Course Code: 952I210

Course Title: Water and sanitation

College: LSHTM

Course Director: Sara Atkinson

Course Description: The course covers the microbiological social and public aspects of sanitation and water supply, the micro-organisms responsible for disease, their origins, mechanisms for elimination, and the epidemiology of waterborne and water washed disease.

This course is intended for students who wish to understand the principles of the social and public health aspects of sanitation and water supply. By the end of this course you should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the:

• importance of sanitation and water supply for diseases control

• various factors involved in the provision of sanitation and water

• role of water in the transmission and prevention of infections

• microbiological methods used during routine surveillance and monitoring

Assessment: Exam 70% - Written Assignment(s) 30%

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: 100 hrs over 35 weeks

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

Delivery Mechanisms: Print;

Cost: £857

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