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Clinical Microbiology (Distance Learning) MSc/PGDip/PGCert

Clinical Microbiology (Distance Learning) MSc/PGDip/PGCert

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Study mode

Distance without attendance

Duration

36 months

Start date

23-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Microbiology Medical Sciences

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Course overview

Be trained in clinical microbiology and infectious diseases, with particular emphasis on patient management and infection control.

You will study a series of modules that have been designed to appeal to applicants from different professions and organisational roles. There is the flexibility to undertake modules on an individual, stand-alone basis too.

MSc Clinical Microbiology (Distance Learning) is delivered through distance learning meaning you can study with us from anywhere in the world. It is offered part-time to provide flexibility to study alongside work or around your lifestyle. The course is open to home, EU, and international students and is 100% online-based.

The course will benefit healthcare professionals or new graduates aiming for a healthcare career, specialising in clinical microbiology. It is also suitable for medically qualified students who wish to prepare for higher professional qualifications, including Fellow of the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath) status.

Careers

Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or resume, develop your interview skills and meet employers.

Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.

International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the Graduate immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

Modules

This module illustrates how viruses interact with cells, what are the underlying molecular mechanisms of infection and replication, and how these interactions lead to clinical disease.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

Full time MSc: £9,700; PGCert: £3,233; PGDip: £6,467. Students from the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man will be treated as home students for fees purposes. It's a guide for Distance learning students.

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

Full time fee for MSc: £28,600; PGCert: £9,533; PGDip: £19,067. It's a guide for Distance learning students.

Entry requirements

2:1 honours degree in any relevant subject.

University information

The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education. It ranks in the top 20 universities in the UK (Times Higher Education World University Rankings, 2024). It is also a research-intensive university and a member of the prestigious Russell Group of universities, making it a superb place to study for a postgraduate qualification. In addition to being one of the world’s top 100...more