Program Overview
The Infection Prevention and Control (PGDip PGCert) at Oxford Brookes University is a MSc programme in Humanities over 36 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Infection Prevention and Control (PGDip PGCert) programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 1,430 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,000 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Infection Prevention and Control (PGDip PGCert) programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Introduction to Microbiology and Immunology
- Evidence-based Practice
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Communicable Diseases and Public Health
- Applied Epidemiology for Infection Prevention and Control
- Independent Study
- Advanced Health Promotion
- Leadership in Health and Social Care
- Applied Research Methods
- Dissertation for Infection Prevention and Control
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
You should normally hold a UK honours degree at 2.2. or above, OR equivalent overseas degree from a recognised institution, OR an equivalent professional or other qualification.
Other qualifications may be considered when accompanied by relevant professional experience.
You should be employed in current clinical practice in a healthcare setting and should have at least one year\'s post-qualification clinical experience.
You will need to be proficient in the use of internet-based resources and other interactive technologies eg Moodle, Skype, Google video. You should have reliable and stable access to the Internet and a headset is required.
English language requirements
If your first language is not English you must demonstrate that your level of English is appropriate for study at postgraduate level, with appropriate writing skills. You will need an IELTS score of 6.5-7.0 overall, or equivalent.
International applications
- Preparation courses for International and EU students
We offer a range of courses to help you to meet the entry requirements for this course and also familiarise you with university life. You may also be able to apply for one student visa to cover both courses.
- Take our Pre-Master\'s course to help you to meet both the English language and academic entry requirements for your master\'s course.
- If you need to improve your English language, we have pre-sessional English language courses available to help you to meet the English language requirements of your chosen master\xc2\x92s.
If you are studying outside the UK, for more details about your specific country entry requirements, translated information, local contacts and programmes within your country, please have a look at our country pages.
How to apply
- You apply for this course through UCAS Postgraduate.
Through UCAS Postgraduate, you should use the UKPASS portal to make your application, which will then be forwarded directly to our Admissions Office. You should send supporting documentation to us directly using the email addresses on the UKPASS application form.
Applications received electronically through UKPASS will be forwarded directly to the Admissions Office. Supporting documentation should be forwarded using the email addresses indicated on the UKPASS application form.
Note for International applicants: This course does not
- lead to registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
- have a practice-based component
- lead to employment within the UK while studying or after the course is successfully completed.
Also, International applicants are asked to
- apply early to allow enough time for obtaining visas if offered a place
- pay a deposit of \xc2\xa31,000 to secure a place on the course.
Applications are dealt with on a first come, first served basis, so please act early to avoid disappointment.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 1,430 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,000 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 1,430 (Tuition (Module)) — International students; GBP 1,000 (Tuition (Module)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Oxford Brookes University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Oxford Brookes University
Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, United Kingdom
Oxford Brookes University is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date January 2026
- Language English
- Duration 36 months