The Infectious Agents module provides state-of-the-art coverage of a selection of current issues in the field of infection. No attempt is made to cover a...

The Infectious Agents module provides state-of-the-art coverage of a selection of current issues in the field of infection. No attempt is made to cover a comprehensive curriculum but, instead, students will learn the language and concepts of the field through specific research-led examples and active discussions.

Themed teaching sessions given by experts comprise an introduction to the topic followed by discussion and critique of a recent paper. Papers will be provided in advance and students will be expected to come to sessions prepared to discuss the set paper critically.

The focus throughout the module is on reading and discussing primary literature: full participation in class discussions is essential.

Learning Outcomes

Development of critical analysis skills and scientific self-confidence through reading and discussing the papers for each session.
	Acquisition of a detailed knowledge of the featured topics and a clear sense of the key current issues in the field.

HEALTH PROTECTION|INFECTIOUS DISEASE|ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS|PUBLIC HEALTH

Health protection addresses public health threats associated with infectious disease and non-infectious environmental hazards and emergency preparedness.

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Health protection addresses public health threats associated with infectious disease and non-infectious environmental hazards and emergency preparedness.

In this module you will be introduced to the core concepts of infectious disease epidemiology, control, and policy, including outbreak response and surveillance. You will also explore the major health risks associated with non-infectious environmental hazards such as chemicals, radiation, natural events, and climate change.

You will be introduced to principles of emergency and pandemic preparedness and response, including humanitarian response, in high-, middle-, and low-income countries.  Finally, you will consider how health inequalities in health protection threats are shaped by global social, political, and economic factors and how to address them through effective public policy.

Aims: 

The aim of this module is to provide students with an overview of epidemiology, prevention, control, and policy for infectious diseases and non-infectious environmental hazards which impact on the health of the public.  The module also aims to introduce students with key principles and concepts of emergency and pandemic preparedness and response.