MSc Infectious Diseases

Learn skills in experimental design using appropriate case studies that embed you within the relevant research literature, gain experience of analysis and statistical interpretation of complex experimental data. The programme culminates with a research project under the supervision of faculty that currently perform research on disease-causing microorganisms.

Reasons to study Infectious Diseases at Kent

• Research in the School of Biosciences focuses on biological processes at the molecular and cellular level and spans the disciplines of biomedical, genetics, biochemistry and biotechnology research.
• Gain an advanced education and training in a range of human diseases that affect a significant proportion of the global population.
• Under go training in modern practical, academic and research skills that are used in academia and industry. This training will help towards the development of new strategies to combat the spread of infectious diseases.
• We offer a wide range of Master’s research projects for you to choose from. Find one to suit you from our projects.
• Our academic staff are leading experts in infectious diseases, ensuring you receive the best possible supervision. [Find out] about the staff who are open to supervising research students, together with their research interests.
• The School is among the best-funded departments of its kind in the UK, and our well-equipped laboratories provide an excellent environment for both teaching and research.