MSc Parasitology and Pathogen Biology

The MSc Parasitology and Pathogen Biology course offered by Queen’s University Belfast is designed for those seeking an in-depth understanding and working knowledge of parasitology and the molecular biology of parasites and other pathogens. This course will equip students with a specialized skillset designed to facilitate research in a rapidly developing, high profile global field; parasitology and pathogen biology, especially those parasites and pathogens which cause significant clinical human disease. Course Content: With a focus on the protozoan parasites of humans and the vectors which transmit them, this course will review state of the art technologies in fighting infectious disease, while also considering the evolving threats emerging for the developed and underdeveloped world. It covers a broad range of topics including molecular and cell biology, genetics, drug chemistry and resistance, bioinformatics, pathogenesis, epidemiology, and disease control and strategies.Key Modules: Some key modules in this course include Foundations for Research in the Biosciences, Bioinformatics and Data Analysis, Advanced Medical Microbiology, Research Project (Triple module).Future Careers: Graduates of this course often work in organizations such as Public Health England, and the Ministry of Health, or in academic and governmental research laboratories. Others continue their studies to pursue academic and research careers in bioscience or medicine.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.