Discover ways to stop the spread of disease with our innovative MSc Infection Control.
During this course, you’ll explore a wide range of global diseases and understand how to implement strategies and mitigate the risk of global outbreaks. You’ll also develop the essential communication skills to advise policy makers and clinicians on infection control matters. In this blog post, we share how the MSc Infection Control can help to enhance your career.
Who’s this course for?
This postgraduate-level course is ideal for nurses and healthcare professionals already working in infection control or looking to branch into this area. With a strong focus on career progression, you’ll develop an advanced skillset in leadership and management throughout the duration of your studies. To top it off, this course is delivered 100% online, giving you total flexibility alongside work and family commitments.
Can I align my studies and career ambitions?
Yes! Each module has been designed to help you make a real difference in your designated profession and you can select modules to suit your career interests. You’ll gain the practical skills and knowledge needed to excel in the wider area of infection control. Some areas you may wish to explore further are:
- Healthcare leadership
- Epidemiology
- Applied pathophysiology and pharmacology in management of disease
How does online learning work?
All our courses are delivered 100% online and part-time. As a result, you have the flexibility to study where and when’s best for you. All course content, study materials and assessment submissions are available and completed through our sophisticated virtual learning environment (VLE). This removes the need to visit a physical library or purchase additional textbooks as these are all available through our extensive eLibrary.
Are there shorter courses available?
We also offer an eight-month PG Cert Infection Control and a 16-month PG Dip Infection Control if you’re looking for something shorter. These are both respected qualifications which can sharpen your CV and highlight your expertise in this subject. And upon completion, you’ll have the option to progress your studies to Masters level.
Where can this course take me?
Demand for infection control awareness and strategy skills have increased significantly in recent years. Access global opportunities at senior levels in infection control, environmental health and other healthcare professions with this course. You’ll also have the key skills to succeed in this field, such as critical thinking, time management, report writing and communication.
A wide range of global organisations recruit Infection Control Practitioners, including the NHS, the Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) in the US, Public Health England and the World Health Organization (WHO).
“I chose to study with the University of Essex Online due to the course content, employability prospects, flexible start dates and the positive feedback I received from alumni.”
Josephine Arthur Amoah – MSc Infection Control
Why choose the University of Essex Online?
- Receive your degree from the University of Essex, a top 30 UK university (Complete University Guide 2026)
- Develop subject-specific knowledge to progress in infection control, environmental health or other healthcare roles
- We’ve been rated Gold in the Times Higher Education (THE) Online Learning Rankings 2024 for excellence in online learning
- Join a global community, with students from over 140 countries worldwide
Interested? To find out more, head to the course page. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly Admissions team.