About this course:
- Designed for doctors, the Master of Medicine (Infection and Immunity) analyses the fundamental mechanisms of infectious diseases to find improved ways of combating them. This program will help participants to increase their knowledge of infectious diseases, infection control and the immune system.
- As an infection and immunity student, they will learn from leading academics in one of the strongest infection and immunity research disciplines in Australia.
- During this one-year degree, you will study a wide range of topics with a focus on improving students understanding of the functions of bacterial and viral genes, the mechanisms of viral and bacterial infections, and the mechanisms involved in the generation and regulation of immune responses.
- The program also aims to improve understanding of the principles and practices advocated for prevention and minimisation of infectious diseases in hospitals and laboratories, among the general community, and during disease outbreaks.
- It also provides students with training in state-of-the-art laboratory techniques used in the disciplines of infectious diseases and immunology.
- The program also provides a solid foundation for the pursuit of a research career.
