Program Overview
The Infectious Diseases - Coursework and Dissertation at The University of Western Australia is a Master programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. 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 Infectious Diseases - Coursework and Dissertation programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: AUD 813 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
- Location: Perth, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Infectious Diseases - Coursework and Dissertation 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
- Foundations of Infectious Diseases
- Principles of Mycology and Parasitology
- Molecular and Cellular Microbiology Part 1
- Diagnostic Medical Microbiology
- Antimicrobial Agents
- Tropical, Travel and Remote Area Infectious Diseases
- Vectors of Infectious Diseases and Vector Control
- Public and Environmental Health Microbiology
- Principles of Infection and Immunity
- Molecular and Cellular Microbiology Part 2
- Epidemiology I
- Epidemiology and Control of Communicable Diseases
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
For admission to this course an applicant must have:
- a relevant bachelor\'s degree1, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;\xc2\xa0
- (i) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent in the Level 3 units; or
(iii) evidence of adequate research outputs, as recognised by UWA.
1A relevant bachelor\'s degree includes a Bachelor of Science in a biomedical or biological discipline, Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery, Bachelor of Dental Science, and a bachelor\'s degree in applied biomedical science or public health (medical technology, nursing, pharmacy, public health, and veterinary science).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 813 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 813 (Tuition (Credit)) — International students; AUD 615 (Tuition (Credit)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Western Australia 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 The University of Western Australia
The University of Western Australia
Perth, Australia
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a public research university in Crawley, Western Australia, Australia. UWA was established in 1911 by an act of the Parliament of Western Australia.
University Profile- Application Deadline 2030-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-26
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
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