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One Health & Infectious Disease (Online Distance Learning) at University of Glasgow - UCAS

University of Glasgow

Degree level: Postgraduate

One Health & Infectious Disease (Online Distance Learning) (Taught)

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Course summary

This MSc programme in One Health & Infectious Disease seeks to explore an integrative approach to human, veterinary and ecological health, with a special focus on infectious disease. This programme recognises the importance of interdisciplinary collaborations to improve health for all. Economic considerations and policy making to translate One Health research into practice are also considered. Furthermore, the programme aims to raise awareness of cultural and societal factors that influence how One Health interventions are planned, developed, and evaluated. WHY THIS PROGRAMME

  • Our online MSc One Health & Infectious Disease programme seeks to explore an integrative approach to human, veterinary and ecological health, recognising the importance of interdisciplinary collaborations and the interconnectedness of public health, environmental issues and veterinary and human medicine.
  • One Health is endorsed by the World Health Organisation (WHO), the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations (FAO), the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) and the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP), as outlined in the Quadripartite One Health Joint Plan of Action (2022-26).
  • The University of Glasgow is renowned for its world-changing research and teaching in One Health. Examples include the world-leading research into eliminating rabies, the surveillance of anthrax in Africa, and ecological factors of Lyme disease in the Outer Hebrides. It is this ongoing research that inspires the innovative, multinational ideas running throughout our multidisciplinary programme.
  • By enrolling in the One Health & Infectious Disease programme at Glasgow, you’ll build an understanding of the interconnectedness of public health, medicine, veterinary medicine and ecology. You’ll find out about disease threats and how One Health approaches can be applied to surveillance, prevention and control of infectious diseases, including emerging/re-emerging infections.
  • Throughout the Master’s in One Health & Infectious Disease online programme, we also raise awareness of cultural and societal factors that influence how One Health approaches are translated into practice.
  • We welcome students from a wide range of backgrounds, including medical and veterinary professions, biosciences, environmental sciences and economics.
  • Fuelled by the latest research-led knowledge, this programme is perfect for busy professionals looking to diversify or expand into careers where understanding the bigger picture is key.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE This programme is online and flexible and is offered on a part-time basis only. This degree is structured to allow sequential progression via PG Certificate (PgCert), PG Diploma (PgDip) and MSc phases. It is also possible to undertake the PgCert or PgDip as exit qualifications. Provided you meet academic requirements, you can initially enrol on to the PgCert and progress on to the PgDip and/or the MSc. Taken on a part-time basis, the duration of this programme is 2.5 to 6 years depending on the credential obtained. The first year of study will explore and examine the value of the One Health framework, introduce policy making in a One Health and global context and introduce zoonotic and emerging infectious diseases. During the second year, you will be able to choose courses in an area of special interest. The third year will allow you to gain in-depth knowledge in your area of special interest through a research or dissertation project. Please see the course page on our website for more information.

How to apply

International applicants

International applicant information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'international'.

Entry requirements

2.1 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences, Ecosystem Health, Environmental Sciences, Life Sciences, Medicine, Public Health, Veterinary Biosciences, or Veterinary Medicine. We may also accept degrees in other disciplines. We may also accept applicants with significant relevant work experience in addition to lower qualifications.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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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

All fees are published on the University of Glasgow website. https://www.gla.ac.uk/postgraduate/feesandfunding/

Sponsorship information

Sponsorship and funding information can be found via gla.ac.uk by searching for 'scholarships'.

One Health & Infectious Disease (Online Distance Learning) at University of Glasgow - UCAS