MSc Biomedical Science Infection and Immunity

at Middlesex University

Course Content

• The programme covers advanced topics in medical microbiology, immunology, and the pathogenesis of infectious diseases. 
• Students study the biology of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic pathogens and the immune responses against them. 
• Core modules include Infection and Immunity, Advanced Immunology, and Medical Molecular Microbiology. 
• The course also provides training in modern laboratory techniques used for diagnosing infections and analysing immune function. 
• Students complete a research project and dissertation focusing on an area of infection and immunity.

Course Modules

• Immunology
• Human Infectious Diseases
• Control of Infectious Disease
• Advanced Bioanalytical Techniques
• Biomedical Ethics and Law

Important Dates

Middlesex University is not accepting applications for this particular course at the moment. Interested applicants should regularly check the university's website for any notifications regarding when the application window will reopen for this programme. The website will post an announcement once applications can be submitted again, allowing prospective students to then apply for the course.

• Applicants should possess a good honours degree (2:1 classification or equivalent) in a relevant subject that includes microbiology components.
• Individuals with other qualifications and/or extensive professional experience in biomedical science may also be considered for admission through the Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) pathway.
• Individuals who do not have English as their native language are expected to achieve a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with each band score meeting or exceeding the 5.5 threshold.

International Tuition Fees:

£17100 per year

Graduates of this programme are well-positioned for careers in biomedical research, clinical diagnostics, public health, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical industries focused on infectious diseases and immunology.