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Infection Prevention and Control - MSc
University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)

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DATA SOURCE:
UNISTATS, UCAS
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Qualification

MSc - Master of Science

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Location

Online Campus

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Study mode

Part Time

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Start date

Aug 2027

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Duration

3 Year

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Course info

Promoting and developing best practice in the field of infection prevention and control is a pressing issue for professionals and the community as a whole. The issues facing hospital and community staff evolve quickly and IPC practitioners must be equipped to respond appropriately. This innovative postgraduate course in Infection Prevention and Control has been designed to help you deal safely and effectively with infection risks. You will develop your confidence and expertise in the management and implementation of infection control change. If you have to deal with infection as part of your job, or if you’d like to widen your knowledge and be in a position to apply for more senior posts in infection control, the MSc Infection Prevention and Control can help you achieve these goals.

Modules

Module Options
Micro-organisms and disease - Core
Decontamination - Core
Epidemiology and surveillance of healthcare associated infections - Core
Healthcare outbreak management   - Core

Optional modules available for this course.

Host defence and protection - Core

Optional modules available for this course.

Research dissertation

To achieve the award of MSc Infection Control you must complete a research dissertation related to your professional field.

DATA SOURCE:
UCAS/IDP Connect
Tuition fees
Student living
£1,940 per year
Students from Domestic

DATA SOURCE:
UCAS / IDP Connect