Course Code: 952I104

Course Title: Control of infectious diseases

College: LSHTM

Course Director: Sara Atkinson

Course Description: In this course, you will be exposed to a range of approaches to disease control from a multidisciplinary perspective. An overall model for understanding infectious disease from prevention through to cure will be presented. The roles and contributions of various disciplines will be discussed, and the economic, social science, and policy aspects of disease control will be explored as well as the epidemiological and statistical aspects. Case studies of infectious disease control, and examples of successes and failures will be used.

Assessment: Exam 100%

Course Credit: All LSHTM Short Courses offer transfer of credit to LSTHM Certificate, Diploma or Masters-level programmes within 4 years of completion

Course Study Hours/Duration: 150 hours over 35 weeks

Schedule of Availability: Oct - June (Enrolment deadline prior to Oct start - 30th June)

Delivery Mechanisms: Print;

Cost: £1,636

How to apply: To enquire about applying for this course, or for any other information, please contact the Course Administrator using the online Enquiry Form below