Master of Infectious Diseases and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
The University of Western Australia (UWA)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00126G
This course has been developed in response to the international need for advanced training and research in infectious diseases to better prepare medical scientists, medical professionals, the public sector and other groups. Nobel Laureate Professor Barry Marshall is a valued member of staff and brings a host of resources to the program. Students have the opportunity to gain practical experience in Western Australias public diagnostic pathology laboratory, PathWest, through the integration of placements for research projects and practicums with coursework.
Structure
Credit Points 72
Subjects
- MICR5829 Foundations of Infectious Diseases
- MICR5830 Principles of Mycology and Parasitology
- MICR5831 Molecular and Cellular Microbiology
- MICR5832 Diagnostic Medical Microbiology
- MICR5833 Antimicrobial Agents
- MICR5834 Tropical, Travel and Remote Area Infectious Diseases
- MICR5835 Vectors of Infectious Diseases and Vector Control
- MICR5836 Public and Environmental Health Microbiology
- MICR5842 Principles of Infection and Immunity
- MICR5846 Molecular Epidemiology and Microbial Communities
- PUBH4403 Epidemiology I
- PUBH5761 Epidemiology and Control of Communicable Diseases
Standard entry requirements
To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have met the requirements set out in Doctor of Philosophy Rule 2 except that both the Board of the Graduate Research School (the Board) and the Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences (the Faculty) will decide who is eligible.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Crawley | Domestic: $48,900 | No |
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