The M.Sc. in Healthcare Infection at Trinity College Dublin is designed for healthcare professionals and graduates seeking to deepen their expertise in combating infectious diseases within clinical settings. This postgraduate degree addresses the critical need for multidisciplinary approaches to modern infection control, equipping you with essential knowledge in basic and molecular microbiology, antimicrobial therapy and resistance, epidemiology, and infection control. You will explore the complex challenges of managing healthcare-associated infections, preparing you to contribute effectively to patient safety and public health initiatives.
This 1-year full-time, on-campus M.Sc. programme involves four taught modules and culminates in a substantial laboratory research project relevant to contemporary infection control objectives. You will benefit from specialist teaching delivered in conjunction with leading partner organisations, including St. James’s Hospital and Tallaght University Hospital. You will graduate with advanced skills and a comprehensive understanding of infection management, positioning you for enhanced roles in infection control, clinical microbiology, public health, and related research or surveillance positions.