Overview

• Both clinical and non-clinical applicants are welcomed: with qualifications available at PGCert, PGDip and full MSc level.
• Modules will be jointly taught by mycology experts at the British Society for Medical Mycology, and the MRC Centre for Medical Mycology?– a world-leading research centre that is helping to tackle the major global threats to human health caused by fungal diseases
• This online course covers aspects of medical mycology, immunology, genomics of infectious disease, antifungal therapies, diagnostic and histopathology techniques.
• You will have access to online tools that promote engagement, University of Exeter library resources and virtual laboratory environments.
• Network with a community of students and faculty to engage with colleagues around the world.
• Scholarships available for students from qualifying countries

Careers

Employer-valued skills this course develops

Graduates from this programme will have a wide knowledge of medical mycology, fungal immunology, infection, mycoses, antifungal therapy and fungal diagnostics. Thus, graduates will contribute to the development of capacity in the field of medical mycology.

We will help direct you towards careers in support of clinical services in the NHS and other healthcare providers around the world, as well as commercial enterprise in the pharmaceutical and diagnostic industries.

The programme will build confidence in research skills and provide a network for students to engage with colleagues around the world, enabling you to develop national and international profiles aligning with the University of Exeter mission to train active global citizens.