PgCert One Health & Infectious Disease at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

This online distance learning programme takes an integrative approach to human, veterinary and ecological health with a focus on infectious disease, including economic considerations and policy making to translate One Health research into practice. It is part-time only and structured for progression from PgCert to PgDip to MSc.

Duration: 12 months part-time (online) | Intake: September | Study mode: online | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

The PgCert comprises four 10-credit compulsory courses (Themes in One Health, One Health - From Research to Policy, Zoonotic Diseases, Emerging Infectious Diseases) and one 20-credit compulsory course (Climate Change and One Health).

Career pathways

Graduates prepare for specialised or leadership roles in academia, private industry and international organisations such as the WHO, FAO, WOAH and UNEP, or continue to a PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2.2 Honours degree (or non-UK equivalent) in biomedical sciences, biological sciences, ecosystem health, environmental sciences, life sciences, medicine, public health, veterinary biosciences or veterinary medicine; other disciplines may be accepted, and significant relevant work experience may be considered with lower qualifications (provide a CV and personal statement). International applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component below 6.0 (other tests accepted).

GBP 5,000 for the whole programme (2027/28). Total cost for the PgCert, payable in instalments of £1,667 per 20 credits Source

Intake: September

Duration: 12 months part-time (online)

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