Programme Overview

As new pathogens emerge and existing ones evolve, the need for highly skilled and knowledgeable healthcare professionals in infectious disease medicine becomes increasingly critical. The impact of infectious diseases on society cannot be underestimated and our diploma in infectious diseases presents a transformative opportunity for healthcare professionals to address this global health crisis effectively.

The diploma in infectious diseases is led by experts in the industry and will provide you with the invaluable skills needed to halt the spreading of diseases, protect vulnerable populations, and strengthen healthcare systems' resilience. By joining this diploma in infectious diseases, you are not just advancing your career—you are becoming a vital part of the global response to infectious diseases. Our multidisciplinary learning experience means that not only will you be learning from the very best leaders in the industry from across the globe, but you will be grouped with fellow students located all over the world.

With our cost-effective, part-time postgraduate diploma in infectious diseases distance learning programme, you can complete your studies around your work and life commitments, allowing you to further your knowledge without quitting your day job. After completing the postgraduate diploma in infectious diseases, you will:

Be equipped with a systematic understanding of major diseases, from pathogenesis to diagnosis and treatment.
Have developed skills in critical appraisal and application of knowledge for ongoing professional development, service improvement and future study, as well as life-long learning and advanced problem-solving skills that they can apply to their clinical practice.
Be able to demonstrate the ability to lead complex tasks and teamwork in the field, and be enabled to deliver leadership to teams in multi-agency, multi-cultural and/or international contexts.
Be enabled to critically evaluate both the current and evolving evidence base in infectious disease.
Have relevant understanding, methodologies and approaches to address complex patient needs and implement best practice and innovation in complex scenarios.
Accredited for CPD by the Federation of the Royal Colleges of Physicians of the UK

Entry Requirements

Since our courses are conducted entirely online, they are accessible to both UK and international registered healthcare professionals.

Applicants will typically hold a first degree or equivalent (including international qualifications) in a relevant professional healthcare field, such as a medical or nursing degree.

Registered healthcare professionals without these recognised qualifications will be considered on an individual basis and a wide range of prior experience may be taken into account. In some cases, applicants may be asked to submit a piece of work for assessment in order to confirm that they are able to work comfortably at postgraduate level, and demonstrate the requisite clinical and professional knowledge.

Documents Required

A copy of your updated CV including your address and date of birth.
A copy of your undergraduate degree certificate.
The name and email address of someone who is able to provide a reference, this can be a work colleague, employer or former tutor.
A detailed personal statement explaining why you would like to undertake the course.
A copy of your proof of English competency (see below).
English Language Requirements Proficiency in the English language is also essential to completing our courses. If English is NOT your first language, we ask for proof of competency during the application process. We are able to accept an IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with a minimum of 6.0 for each band) or an equivalent qualification.

If you do not meet these requirements, please don’t worry. The University of Buckingham run a number of English Language Programmes at the Centre for International English to prepare you for your academic studies. You can also contact our admissions team on admissions@diploma-msc.com for more information on the qualifications we accept.

Should you have already successfully completed the 1 year Postgraduate Diploma and wish to convert to the MSc and complete only the second year of the programme this is possible. Please contact our admissions department admissions@diploma-msc.com to find out more.

Who is this course for?

This one-year PG Diploma in Infectious Diseases is designed for healthcare professionals looking to expand their expertise and advance their careers:

Infection Control Practitioners: Those interested in developing infection control policies and collaborating with healthcare teams to minimise infections.

Research Scientists: Professionals looking to design studies, analyse data, and develop new diagnostics, treatments, and prevention strategies.

Epidemiologists: Individuals aiming to study disease patterns, investigate outbreaks, and contribute to public health strategies for disease prevention.

Health Policy Analysts: Analysts focused on developing and evaluating policies related to infectious disease prevention, surveillance, and control.

Infection Control Nurses: This infectious disease course for nurses working in various healthcare settings aims to enhance their skills in preventing and managing infections.

Students also play a crucial role, contributing to research and applying new skills and knowledge even before graduation. Start making an impact while studying our popular diploma in infectious diseases.