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Infection and Immunity

University of Leicester
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #2
Tuition GBP 18,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Leicester, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The Infection and Immunity at University of Leicester is a MSc programme in Humanities over 12 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 Infection and Immunity 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 18,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Leicester, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Infection and Immunity programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Core Theory and Practical Techniques in Infection and Immunity (covering key techniques required for Semester 2)
  2. Infection and Immunity
  3. Advanced Topics in Infection and Immunity (a more specialist, interactive module)

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • 2:2 degree in a biological science (e.g. Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, Microbiology or Immunology)
  • Or a BTEC with experience in a field related to infection and immunity, such as a health service or biopharmaceutical laboratory
  • Or a medical or veterinary degree, provided that the course included significant elements of molecular biology, microbiology and immunology

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 18,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 10,525 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Leicester 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 University of Leicester

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University of Leicester

Leicester, United Kingdom

TheUniversity of Leicester(/ˈlɛstər/ⓘLEST-ər) is apublicresearch university based inLeicester, England. It was established as auniversity collegein 1921. In 1957, the university's...

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  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months