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Upskill, reskill and master your future

Address local and global health challenges related to infectious diseases with our extraordinary programmes.

Gain a world-class qualification from the University of Edinburgh whilst living at home and working full-time.

Be in control of your learning from our range of online and on-campus programmes with rich learning experiences to meet your study needs.

Develop your extraordinary career opportunities with various international and national organisations.

Explore our Infectious Diseases programmes

Apply for the Global Health and Infectious Diseases programmes

  • Are you a global citizen who is passionate about exploring the challenges of global health and infectious diseases?
  • Would you like to gain a formal qualification in global health and infectious diseases without having to leave your job or move to a different location?
  • Are you looking for opportunities to enhance your learning, and to progress in your career?

If you answered ‘yes’ to any or all of the above then the online Global Health and Infectious Diseases programme could be the option for you.

Apply for the Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases programmes

  • Would you like to develop your understanding of the biology and transmission of pathogens, as well as infectious disease diagnosis, treatment and prevention?
  • Would you like the flexibility to study at any time of the day and at weekends?
  • Would you like to get a formal qualification from one of the top universities in the world to help boost your career?
  • If you answered ‘yes’ to any or all of the above then the online Clinical Microbiology & Infectious Diseases programme could be the option for you.

Apply for the MScR in Infectious Diseases

  • Are you passionate about infectious diseases?
  • Are you looking for an immersive research experience to help develop your laboratory skills?
  • Are you looking for a programme to prepare you for a research career including a PhD?
  • If you answered ‘yes’ to any or all of the above then the on-campus MScR in Infectious Diseases programme could be the option for you.

World-class qualifications from a top university

World-class qualifications from a top university

Our programmes provide an opportunity to gain an internationally recognised degree in infectious diseases from a top university in the world.

Extraordinary career opportunities

Extraordinary career opportunities

Develop your skills and explore leadership roles in international and national organisations that manage health and disease issues.

Diverse learning experiences

Diverse learning experiences

Be part of a global and supportive community with an interactive learning environment. You will engage with other students from different backgrounds around the world.

Real-impact learning outcomes

Real-impact learning outcomes

Take your knowledge to a degree further and explore opportunities to tackle global challenges.

Martin Wainaina - MSc Global Health and Infectious Diseases (Online Learning)

Martin Wainaina

‘The Global Health and Infectious Diseases programme offered me a chance to broaden my knowledge base to understand more about various important aspects of infectious diseases, with application in both developed and developing country contexts.’

Amal Khattab - MSc Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases (Online Learning)

Amal Khattab

‘If you're interested in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases then this is the best programme. It's a part-time online programme so you can fit it in easily around other commitments.’

22nd among world universities

22nd among world universities

QS World University Rankings 2024

Highest rating for student learning experience

Highest rating for student learning experience

Quality Assurance Agency 2021

90% of research ranked world-leading or internationally excellent

90% of research ranked world-leading or internationally excellent

Research Excellence Framework 2021

Our graduates are ranked 26th in the world by employers

Our graduates are ranked 26th in the world by employers

QS World University Rankings 2024

Benefits for you and your career

  • Benefit from a global community of students and tutors
  • Prepare you for an impactful career in infectious diseases or take your career to the next level
  • Provide a conversion route for those interested in moving into this field

An Edinburgh degree works for you

  • Whether you are looking for a flexible learning experience or a degree to prepare you for a research career in infectious diseases, you can find a good match with our programmes. 
  • Get access to the University of Edinburgh’s excellent resources whether you study full-time or part-time online.
  • Online Learning Scholarships are available for online programmes.