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Coventry University: Antimicrobial Resistance
| Institution | Coventry University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Life Sciences |
| Web | www.coventry.ac.uk/postgraduate |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
These courses aim to produce, skilled practitioners, researchers, and change-makers to lead the fight against antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and influence strategies in infection control to improve patient outcomes and global health.
The World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that failure to address AMR means that by 2050 the global burden may reach 350 million deaths a year. Consequently, there is an urgent need for specific training and development of healthcare postgraduates and professionals in how to tackle AMR to prevent cross-infection and outbreaks, monitor AMR and increase public awareness.
These courses aim to:
Develop your in-depth awareness and training in: global infection prevention and control practice and antimicrobial stewardship; antimicrobial resistance mechanisms; novel antimicrobial developments; and research into how AMR arises and spreads.Offer rigorous training and practice in the research, analytical, evaluative and presentation skills valued in an independent professional laboratory scientist specialising in the epidemiology and analysis of antimicrobial resistance. Allow you to develop creativity, leadership and management and to practise and enhance a range of transferrable skills to enhance employability, including: communication skills; independence; digital competence; teamworking; organisation; time-management; problem-solving; evaluation and implementation of infection control and antimicrobial stewardship strategies; professionalism; reflective practice; global perspective; leadership; conflict resolution; adaptability; interpersonal skills.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An Honours degree in a biological sciences undergraduate course; with a minimum of a lower second class (2:2) classification |
| Location | Main Site Priory Street Coventry CV1 5FB |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | An Honours degree in a biological sciences undergraduate course; with a minimum of a lower second class (2:2) classification |
| Location | Main Site Priory Street Coventry CV1 5FB |
Coventry University is a provider of world-class teaching, learning and impactful research, and push the boundaries of what higher education can achieve regionally, nationally and across the world.
We are a place where all students can achieve their ambitions. We focus on employability, practical learning and personalised support. We help our students to get the knowledge and skills they need for their chosen career and support them to develop confidence in themselves and their abilities.
You can choose from a wide range of postgraduate courses or research degrees which are delivered from our main campuses in Coventry and London. Some …
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