Course summary
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 accredited by the Institute for Biomedical Science (BMS) and 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. Academic and professional competencies are also explored to support your career development. 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. Please email our Director of Postgraduate Studies, Dr Naomi Martin ([email protected]), to confirm options for our Clinical Microbiology Distance Learning PGCert course. Fees shown are for the full-time MSc course, and will be pro-rated based.
Modules
Bacterial Pathogenesis and Infections (Distance Learning) (20 credits) Viral Pathogenesis and Infections (Distance Learning) (20 credits) Human Infections (Distance Learning) (20 credits) Healthcare Interventions for Infectious Disease (Distance Learning) (20 credits) Diagnostic Laboratory Practice (Distance Learning) (20 credits) Academic and Professional Competencies (Distance Learning) (20 credits) MSc Research Project (Distance Learning) (60 credits)
Assessment method
Assessment methods: Coursework, Dissertation, Viva voce and Presentations.
Entry requirements
2:1 honours degree from an approved institution in biological or natural sciences or equivalent degrees including genetics, microbiology, plant sciences, biochemistry, biomedical sciences, molecular biology, molecular medical sciences and similar. Applicants with a lower second-class degree (2:2) (or international equivalent) may be considered on an individual basis.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Our postgraduate taught application fee for 2026 entry is now £0.00 (free).
https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/pgstudy/how-to-apply/taught.aspx
Provider information
University of Nottingham
University Park
Nottingham
NG7 2RD
Course contact details
Visit our course pagePostgraduate admissions
+44 (0) 115 951 5559