PgDip Infection Biology (with specialisms) at University of Glasgow

Programme overview

The PgDip Infection Biology develops knowledge of the molecular mechanisms by which bacteria, viruses and parasites cause disease and of the associated immune responses. It is taught alongside the MSc without the research project.

Duration: 7-8 months full-time | Intake: September | Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Six taught courses over 7-8 months: three compulsory and three chosen from options such as Animal Models of Disease, Bio-Imaging for Research Scientists, Emerging viruses and Diagnostic technologies and devices.

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Entry requirements

2.2 Hons (or non-UK equivalent) in Biological Sciences, Biomedical Science, Biology, Immunology, Biochemistry, Veterinary Biosciences, Genetics, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Virology, Parasitology or Zoology, including at least 2 credit-bearing modules (average grade 2.2 or equivalent) from Microbiology, Immunology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Bacteriology, Parasitology, Virology, Pathogen/Infection Biology, Molecular Genetics or Pharmacology; degrees in Clinical Medicine or Marine Biology may also be accepted; significant relevant work experience may be considered alongside lower qualifications. International applicants from non-majority English-speaking countries: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no subtest below 6.0 (TOEFL iBT 92 overall with no subtest below 4.5 for tests from 21 January 2026; PTE Academic test centre 65 overall with no subtest below Reading 60, Listening 60, Speaking 65, Writing 60). International applications for September 2027 entry are accepted in six rounds from 1 October 2026 to 8 July 2027.

Intake: September

Duration: 7-8 months full-time

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