Courses Handbook 2008 - [ Archived ]

310654 v.1 Infectious Diseases Major


Introduction

This major within the Master of Biomedical Sciences provides an understanding of the latest techniques involved in the detection, spread and control of infectious diseases. It includes detailed studies of the most recent diagnostic methods and practicesfor dealing with infectious diseases. Study tasks include the collection, analysis, and presentation of current scientific information, together with practical experience in laboratory methods.

Course Structure Hrs/Wk Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
13150 v.4   Epidemiology of Infectious Diseases 681 4.0 25.0
13152 v.3   Health Research Methods 681 4.0 25.0
13371 v.3   Bioinformatics 631 4.0 25.0
  75.0
Year 1 Semester 2
303673 v.3   Sexually Transmissible Infection and HIV - International Perspectives 600 8.0 25.0
310162 v.1   Vaccine Science 632 3.0 25.0
310173 v.1   Nosocomial Pathogens 632 3.0 25.0
  75.0
Year 2 Semester 1
310172 v.1   Molecular Microbiology 631 3.0 25.0
6753 v.5   Molecular Techniques 632 3.0 25.0
6756 v.6   Molecular Genetics 631 3.0 25.0
  75.0
Year 2 Semester 2
310166 v.1   Molecular Science Practicum 633 9.0 75.0
  75.0
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