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MSc Medical Parasitology
Keppel Street, London, GB, London, United Kingdom
12 monthsProgram duration
YesScholarships
Medicine Related StudiesMain Subject Area
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine Related Studies
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Read more a career in research, control or teaching related to medical parasitology. By the end of this programme students should be able to demonstrate: - demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the biology, life cycles, pathogenesis, diagnosis of parasitic infections in humans and their relevance for human health and strategies for control - demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the biology and strategies for control of the vectors and intermediate hosts of human parasites - carry out practical laboratory identification of the various parasite stages both free and in tissues and diagnose infections - demonstrate specialised skills acquired through taking modules on: advanced diagnostic, molecular, immunological, genetic, chemotherapeutic, ecological and/or control aspects of the subject - demonstrate the ability to design a laboratory or field based research project, apply relevant research skills, critically analyse and interpret data, and work with minimal supervision - prepare a written report including a critical literature review of relevant scientific publications; and show competence in communicating scientific information and findings. Duration: one year full-time or split-study over two years. Graduates from this programme enter global health fields ranging from diagnostics through to applied basic research and operational control to higher degree studies and academic/teaching-related positions. Read less
Program overview
Main Subject
Medicine Related Studies
Degree
MSc
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
Read more a career in research, control or teaching related to medical parasitology. By the end of this programme students should be able to demonstrate: - demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the biology, life cycles, pathogenesis, diagnosis of parasitic infections in humans and their relevance for human health and strategies for control - demonstrate detailed knowledge and understanding of the biology and strategies for control of the vectors and intermediate hosts of human parasites - carry out practical laboratory identification of the various parasite stages both free and in tissues and diagnose infections - demonstrate specialised skills acquired through taking modules on: advanced diagnostic, molecular, immunological, genetic, chemotherapeutic, ecological and/or control aspects of the subject - demonstrate the ability to design a laboratory or field based research project, apply relevant research skills, critically analyse and interpret data, and work with minimal supervision - prepare a written report including a critical literature review of relevant scientific publications; and show competence in communicating scientific information and findings. Duration: one year full-time or split-study over two years. Graduates from this programme enter global health fields ranging from diagnostics through to applied basic research and operational control to higher degree studies and academic/teaching-related positions. Read less
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The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is a world-leading centre for research and postgraduate education in public and global health. Our mission is to improve health worldwide; working in partnership to achieve excellence in public and global...
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The London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine is a world-leading centre for research and postgraduate education in public and global health. Our mission is to improve health worldwide; working in partnership to achieve excellence in public and global health research, education and translation of knowledge into policy and practice. Founded by Sir Patrick Manson, LSHTM began as the London School of Tropical Medicine in 1899 at the London Docks, and nineteen students formed the first intake admitted on 2 October 1899. LSHTM is now based in Bloomsbury, where it has two main sites at Keppel Street and Tavistock Place. Today, our staff, students and alumni work in government, academia, international agencies and health services across the world. This year, LSHTM celebrates 120 years of health innovation.
LSHTM delivers expert training to the next generation of global health leaders to strengthen systems and prevent outbreaks. All of these programmes are taught at postgraduate level and are taught by experts in their field. Students will receive rigorous training in a wide range of disciplines, which will equip them with the tools and advanced research skills they need to launch their public health career.
LSHTM is highly ranked in various university league tables:
•#1 in Europe for research impact in sciences by CWTS Leiden Ranking 2019
•#3 in the world for public health in ShanghaiRanking's Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2020
•#4 in the world for Infectious Diseases in US News Best Global Universities Subject Ranking 2021
•Awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize in 2017
•Named #1 University of the Year by Times Higher Education in 2016/17
An internationally recognised research institution, LSHTM:
•Is a dynamic, international environment: students and alumni come from over 150 countries with over 40% from outside Europe.
•Has global career prospects: LSHTM graduates work in over 180 countries worldwide.
• Has full-time and part-time study options available, as well as flexible, online courses & intercalated study of Medical degrees. Research degrees and short courses (London-based and online) are also available.
•Belongs to the prestigious University of London consortium.
Free Online Courses
LSHTM also offers a range of free online courses as a way for students and professionals benefit from our cutting-edge research and world-class teaching.
These courses cover important topics linked to global health and give an introductory overview at postgraduate level. Courses are regularly updated and available at different times of the year, and new courses are continuously developed.
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