150504 v.2 Master of Infectious Diseases


MInfectDis(Curtin)

Introduction
This course provides a professional award for graduates in medical science or related areas interested in infectious diseases. It develops an understanding of the latest techniques involved in the detection, and spread and control of infectious diseases as well as undertaking an extensive review of the literature and carrying out a supervised research project.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An approved undergraduate degree in medical science or a related area and at least two years work experience.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Subject to availability of units, it is possible to complete this course within a calendar year.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1    
13188 v.2   MT 631 - Molecular Techniques 3.0 25.0
13189 v.2   MT 631 - Advances in Immunology 3.0 25.0
13190 v.2   MT 631 - Medical Microbiology 3.0 50.0
  100.0
Year 1 Semester 2    
13191 v.2   MT 632 - Antimicrobials and Resistance 2.0 25.0
13192 v.2   MT 632 - Chemotherapy and Vaccination 3.0 25.0
13193 v.2   MT 632 - Epidemiology and Disease Control 2.0 50.0
  100.0
Year 2 Semester 1    
13194 v.2   MT 633 - Dissertation 3.0 25.0
13195 v.2   MT 633 - Project 6.0 75.0
  100.0
           

Availability
YearLocationPeriodInternalExternal
2003Bentley CampusSemester 1YY
2003Bentley CampusSemester 2YY

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations that students are eligible to be offe red and admitted to this course for the first time only.



 

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