Program Overview

University of Essex Online Programs

The University of Essex Online offers a range of programs for students looking to further their education. Below are the details of the programs available.

Program Overview

The University of Essex Online provides various programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, as well as online professional courses. The programs are designed to be flexible, allowing students to study at their own pace.

Available Programs

• Advanced Object-Oriented Design and Programming
• Applied Forensic Psychology
• Applied Pathophysiology and Pharmacology in the Management of Disease
• BA (Hons) Business and Management
• BA (Hons) Business and Management (Top-up)
• BA (Hons) Business and Marketing
• BSc (Hons) Business and Computing
• BSc (Hons) Business Psychology
• BSc (Hons) Computer Science
• BSc (Hons) Criminal Psychology

PG Cert Infection Control

The PG Cert Infection Control is a postgraduate program designed to help students develop the necessary skills to lead best practices in healthcare.

Program Details

• Location: Online
• Mode of study: Part-time
• Qualification: PG Cert
• Indicative duration: 8 months
• Start date: April 2026, July 2026, October 2026
• Awarding body: University of Essex
• Delivered by: Kaplan Open Learning

Course Structure

The PG Cert Infection Control is made up of the following modules:

• Component 01: Core - Introduction to Medical Microbiology and Immunology (20 credits)
• Component 02: Core - Communicable Disease Control (20 credits)
• Component 03: Core - Infection Prevention and Quality Improvement (20 credits)

Learning and Assessments

• Teaching methods: Multimedia lecturecasts, discussion forums, live seminars, and Q&A sessions
• Assessments: Series of assignments, including discussion forums, reflective journal entries, live presentations, and written pieces

Entry Requirements

• Academic entry route: Undergraduate degree from an approved institution, equivalent to a UK Honours degree, or a relevant professional qualification
• Work experience entry route: At least three years' relevant work experience
• English language requirements: IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 or equivalent

Fees and Funding

• Full tuition fee: Ł4,157 UK / Ł4,350 International
• Payment options: Simple monthly payment plan, full payment discount, regional scholarship, alumni discount, corporate discount

Graduation

Upon successful completion of the degree, students will be invited to attend a graduation ceremony at the University of Essex's Colchester campus.

Related Courses

• MSc International Healthcare Management
• PG Dip International Healthcare Management
• PG Cert International Healthcare Management
• MSc Infection Control
• PG Dip Infection Control
• Master of Public Health (MPH)
• PG Dip Public Health
• PG Cert Public Health
• MSc Nursing
• PG Dip Nursing
• PG Cert Nursing
• MSc Global Mental Health and Wellbeing
• PG Dip Global Mental Health and Wellbeing
• PG Cert Global Mental Health and Wellbeing