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Introduction to the Nordisk Magisterutbildning in Mikrobiologi, Smittskydd, and Vårdhygien

The Nordisk Magisterutbildning in Mikrobiologi, Smittskydd, and Vårdhygien is a Nordic master's program designed for individuals interested in the spread of infectious microorganisms, antibiotic resistance, infection control, and hygiene. This program is an initiative of the Nordiska Ministerrådet and is open to applicants from Nordic countries, including Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.

Program Overview

• The program consists of four courses, which can also be taken as separate courses.
• To be eligible, applicants must have a background in healthcare and at least two years of work experience, such as nurses or doctors.
• The employer of the applicant pays for the education place.
• For those with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional degree, this education (courses 1-4) leads to a Swedish master's degree (1-year Master, 60 hp).

Courses

Kurs 1: Smittspridning och Antibiotikaresistens

This course covers basic medical microbiology with a focus on microorganisms that cause disease in humans in the Nordic countries. Topics include:

• The structure and properties of bacteria, viruses, and medically relevant fungi.
• The mechanisms by which microorganisms cause disease (virulence factors).
• The routes of infection: fecal-oral, airborne, blood, sexual, and skin contact.
• The basics of desinfection.

Kurs 2: Infektionsepidemiologi och Vaccinologi

This course consists of two parts:

• The first part (4.5 hp) deals with the principles of protective immunity against infectious diseases, vaccine construction and function, vaccine development and approval, and vaccination program design.
• The second part (10.5 hp) focuses on epidemiological concepts and principles for study design, methods for detecting and managing outbreaks and epidemics, and hands-on experience with data handling and calculations of infectious outbreaks.

Kurs 4: Examensarbete

In the final course, students undertake a master's thesis that is part of the master's program in Medical Microbiology with a focus on infection control and healthcare hygiene. The thesis and completed course give 15 higher education credits. The thesis is done independently but under supervision.

Admission and Application

• Application for the next program/course occasion will be announced when it becomes relevant.
• The education is also given as an ordinary university education with a requirement of at least a bachelor's degree.
• Application is made via the university admissions website, with specific deadlines for autumn and spring semesters.

Additional Information

• The program is led by a course development group and has a Nordic reference group appointed by authorities from Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.
• For more detailed information about the program, including quizzes and videos from the courses, please refer to the program's webpage.

Conclusion

The Nordisk Magisterutbildning in Mikrobiologi, Smittskydd, and Vårdhygien offers a comprehensive education in medical microbiology, infection control, and healthcare hygiene, tailored for professionals in the healthcare sector. With its focus on the Nordic context and its emphasis on practical application, this program is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to address the challenges of infectious diseases and antibiotic resistance in the region.