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 1

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 award(s) approved for this course are:

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 Disclaimer

Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.

Course Structure			Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
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
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
308410	v.1	Health Project 690	16.0	100.0
				100.0
Optional Units to Select from in Year 1			Hrs/Wk	Credit
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
6103	v.8	Epidemiology and Biostatistics 582	4.0	25.0