301530 v.3 Master of Infection Control
MInfectCont(Curtin)
This course is not available to International Onshore Students on Student Visas
Introduction
This course provides a professional award for graduates in medical science, nursing or related areas interested in infection control. It develops an understanding of the latest techniques involved in the detection, spread and control of infectious diseases. An extensive review of literature and a supervised research project is also undertaken.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
An approved undergraduate degree in medical science, nursing or equivalent and two years work experience.
Specific Requirements
Applicants for this course should refer to the Communicable Diseases and Criminal Record Screening and Clearance Section of this publication.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The program is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study. Some units may be available externally.
Intermediate Awards I
A student who has completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval from the Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate awards approved for this course appear below.
Intermediate Awards II
Graduate Certificate in Hospital Infection Control; Graduate Diploma in Infection Control in Health Care.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure |
Hrs/Wk |
Credit |
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Year 1 Semester 1 |
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| 301525 | v.3 | Infection Control Nursing 511 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310155 | v.1 | Infection Control Nursing 521 | 6.0 | 50.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 1 Semester 2 |
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| 13152 | v.3 | Health Research Methods 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 308409 | v.1 | Health Project Preparation 591 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
Year 2 Semester 1 |
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| 308410 | v.1 | Health Project 690 | 16.0 | 100.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional units to select from in Year 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credits | |||
| 301468 | v.2 | Nosocomial Microorganisms 631 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 6103 | v.8 | Epidemiology and Biostatistics 582 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11099 | v.2 | Health Planning and Evaluation 582 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 11725 | v.3 | Ed 521 - Adult Learning and Assessment | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
| 13150 | v.4 | Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases 681 | 4.0 | 25.0 | |
| 303315 | v.2 | Ed 558 - Professional Practice and Organisational Change | 10.0 | 25.0 | |
Availability
| Year | Location | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# | |
| 2007 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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