MSc Infection Prevention and Control at University of the Highlands and Islands

Programme overview

An online postgraduate course for professionals who deal with infection risks, covering the management and implementation of infection control change. Specialist modules at PgDip and MSc level allow specialisation, and the content contributes to the NHS Knowledge and Skills Framework.

Duration: Part time: 3-4 years | Intake: January; September | Study mode: part-time | Location: Inverness, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

PgCert core modules are Micro-organisms and disease, Decontamination, and Epidemiology and surveillance of healthcare associated infections. The PgDip adds Healthcare outbreak management, Host defence and protection and one option. The MSc is completed with a research dissertation in the student's professional field.

Career pathways

Career advancement through CPD; NHS staff on bands 5 and 6 can progress to bands 7 and 8 and Consultant; senior infection control and health protection posts. Progression to PhD may be possible.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 honours degree in a health subject. Applicants with an ordinary degree or below, but with at least three years' experience and/or evidence of successful completion of relevant CPD study at SCQF level 10, are considered; RPL or APCL may be considered. All students should be in employment in a relevant area. International applicants (online from overseas or on campus): IELTS Academic overall 6.5 with no element below 6.0, or an approved equivalent test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,820 for the whole programme (2026/27). Scotland-domiciled students with a Scottish term-time address; full masters (6 modules plus dissertation, 180 credits) Source

International applicants: GBP 11,450 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full masters (180 credits), studying online from the home country; not available to applicants requiring Student Route visa sponsorship Source

Intake: January; September

Duration: Part time: 3-4 years

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