BSc (Hons) Global Infectious Disease at Edge Hill University

Programme overview

COVID-19, TB, malaria, Ebola. You can become part of a global network of academic and industry partners working in collaboration to solve infectious disease issues. This could be through drug and vaccine development, vector control or managing health programmes.

What you will study

Year 1 of BSc (Hons) Global Infectious Disease is designed to introduce you to cell biology, genetics and the basic skills required of a biological scientist. You’ll also have the opportunity to select modules to suit your interests and career aspirations.

Career pathways

degree will provide a wide range of career opportunities. You may wish to pursue a career as a laboratory or data scientist involved in drug and vaccine development efforts, antimicrobial resistance monitoring, or responding to major incidents such as pandemics.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Example offer: BBC - BBB (A Level) or DMM (BTEC)112-120 UCAS Tariff points. Typical offer 112-120 UCAS Tariff points, with the required points in at least one of the following: Biology, Chemistry or Environmental Science. You will also need GCSE Mathematics and English Language at Grade C or Grade 4 or above, or equivalent. BTEC Extended Diploma (or combination of BTEC QCF qualifications) Distinction, Merit, Merit (DMM). International Baccalaureate (IB) We are happy to accept IB qualifications which achieve the required number of UCAS Tariff points. Access to Higher Education Diploma 45 credits at Level 3, for example 15 credits at Distinction and 30 credits at Merit or 24 credits at Distinction and 21 credits at Merit. The required total can be attained from various credit combinations. Please note, the above examples may differ from actual offers made. A combination of A Level and BTEC awards may also be accepted.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,790 a year (2026/27). UK Full-Time tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.edgehill.ac.uk/course/global-infectious-disease/

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