MSc Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology

The Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology MSc at UCL (University College London) is a comprehensive course that enables students to understand and quantify the global burden of infectious diseases. It also emphasizes the application of epidemiological concepts and techniques to control these diseases. The course is designed to cater to all students, irrespective of their prior knowledge of epidemiology.Course Content: The course curriculum includes principles of infectious disease epidemiology; outbreak investigation, research design and data collection methods; statistical methods in epidemiology; population dynamics and demographic methods; epidemiology and control of communicable diseases; design and analysis of epidemiological studies; and disease surveillance and health policy. Additionally, it offers students an optional research project that requires a written report.Key Modules: Some of the vital modules of the course include 'Epidemiology and Control of Communicable Diseases', 'Design and Analysis of Epidemiological Studies', 'Disease Surveillance and Health Systems', and 'Designing Disease Control Programmes in Low and Middle-Income Countries'.Future Careers: Graduates of the Applied Infectious Disease Epidemiology MSc often go on to roles in public health, academic research of infectious diseases, international NGOs, and public health consultancies. Many also proceed to doctoral studies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.