This Master's program provides an advanced understanding of the biological mechanisms of infectious diseases. Students will gain expertise in areas such as microbial pathogenesis, host-pathogen interactions, immunology of infection, and epidemiology. The program emphasizes the development of advanced research skills, analytical skills, and critical thinking, preparing students for careers in research, public health, and the pharmaceutical industry.

(Career options are highly dependent on chosen specializations, further study, and experience. Potential paths include but are not limited to:) Roles in: Infectious Disease Research (Academic/Industry), Public Health (Infectious Diseases), Virology, Bacteriology, Parasitology, Pharmaceutical Industry (Infectious Diseases), Clinical Microbiology, Epidemiology, Research Management, (Potentially roles in related research institutions, hospitals, public health organizations, and pharmaceutical companies)

- Member of the UK's prestigious Russell Group
- Fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world
- Member of Universitas21 (U21), a global network of world-leading, research-intensive universities
- Taught within the Institute of Infection, Immunity and Inflammation