Graduate Certificate in Infectious Disease Epidemiology

The Graduate Certificate in Infectious Disease Epidemiology is a collaborative program offered by the University of Melbourne’s School of Population and Global Health and the Peter Doherty Institute for Infection and Immunity. In this program, you will gain a solid foundation in epidemiology and data analysis, with opportunities to apply your knowledge to real-world infectious disease case studies.

Highlights of studying epidemiology at the University of Melbourne

Day-to-day experience

In this infectious disease epidemiology certificate, you will be taught by leading infectious disease epidemiologists, such as Dr. James Fielding and Jodie McVernon, among others.

You will have the opportunity to engage with world-renowned experts in discussions about global infectious disease responses, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. The program will equip you with practical data analysis skills using statistical software and teach you how to think like an epidemiologist.

You will tackle real-world outbreak investigations, develop strategies for containing infectious diseases, and examine the methods used to monitor them. The course also offers a unique opportunity to delve into infectious disease modeling, where you will learn basic modeling techniques and build confidence in assessing the suitability of models to support decision-making.

Learning mode

The Graduate Certificate in Infectious Disease Epidemiology is offered in a mixed attendance format, combining on-campus and online learning. The online component allows you to connect seamlessly with fellow students, instructors, and guest speakers. You will have the flexibility to set your own pace while contributing to discussions on complex topics.