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Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (Online Learning) at The University of Edinburgh - UCAS

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2026 - 2027
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17Dec
The University of Edinburgh - Introduction to Postgraduate Study
Virtual and digital

Course summary

If you are looking to deepen your understanding of infectious diseases and clinical microbiology while continuing to work, this fully online, part-time programme from the University of Edinburgh is designed for you. Whether you are a healthcare professional, biomedical scientist, researcher or educator, this MSc, Postgraduate Diploma or Postgraduate Certificate will equip you with specialist knowledge in the science, diagnosis, treatment and control of infectious diseases. You will explore key topics, including:

  • immune responses to infection
  • science and biology of bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic pathogens
  • modern and emerging diagnostic technologies for infectious diseases
  • infection prevention and control and anti-infective therapy
  • infections in different contexts such as: community- acquired infections, emerging infectious diseases, and infectious diseases associated with travel
Our curriculum draws on the British medical syllabus for Combined Infection Training and Higher Specialty Training in Infectious Diseases of the Royal College of Pathologists and Joint Royal Colleges of Physicians Training Board. Our programme is ideal for junior doctors who wish to specialise in infectious diseases or clinical microbiology and can support trainees/specialists in preparation for FRCPath Part 1/CICE. What sets this programme apart is its academic rigour, flexibility, opportunity to develop your own interests and global relevance. Delivered by a world-leading research university with decades of experience in online education, you will benefit from weekly guided learning, engaging discussions with a diverse international cohort, and close academic support from experienced tutors. Courses run in five-week blocks and combine case studies, critical analysis and real-world applications to support your professional development. You can choose to study part-time over one to three years or opt for a more flexible intermittent route. You can also take standalone courses through our Postgraduate Professional Development pathway, providing the option to focus on particular areas of interest so that you can tailor your learning with support from our team to meet your career goals. Wherever you are in the world, and whatever stage you are at in your career, this programme gives you the knowledge, confidence, and credentials to make a meaningful impact in the fight against infectious diseases.

Modules

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Entry requirements

Entry requirements for individual programmes vary, so please check the details for the specific programme you wish to apply for on our website. You will also need to meet the University’s language requirements.

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Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (Online Learning) at The University of Edinburgh - UCAS