Program Overview

Infectious Disease Program

The Master of Science in Infectious Disease program provides graduate-level training in the area of infectious disease. Online learning and research experiences cover fundamentals of molecular biology, cell biology, and immunology, as well as the basic science, translational, and clinical aspects of diseases caused by important infectious pathogens, including SARS-CoV-2, HIV, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), malarial parasites, and influenza virus.

Program Details

• The program is offered by the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and by the Institute for Molecular Medicine and Infectious Disease (IMMID).
• Elective courses offer highly-focused studies of topics relevant to infectious disease, including:
  • Vaccines and vaccine development
  • Viral, bacterial, parasitic, and fungal pathogens
  • Emerging pathogens
  • Principles of biocontainment
  • Emerging biomedical interventions for infectious diseases
• The program is designed to prepare students for careers in infectious disease in industry, academic settings, and government.
• The program is ideally suited for enhancing the scientific credentials of recent college graduates, early-career scientists, premedical students, employees in industry, and clinical laboratory technicians.

Degrees Offered

• MS: Full-Time, Part-Time, Online

Application Requirements

Please note that application requirements and deadlines can be found through the university's online education platform.

Program Overview

The Master of Science in Infectious Disease program aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of infectious disease, including the fundamentals of molecular biology, cell biology, and immunology. The program is designed to prepare students for a range of careers in the field, from industry and academia to government and clinical settings. With a focus on emerging pathogens, biocontainment, and biomedical interventions, this program is ideal for those looking to advance their knowledge and skills in infectious disease.