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Paediatric Infectious Diseases

Taught programmes

Postgraduate Diploma in Paediatric Infectious Diseases (part-time)

Course Code | 003860 

This hybrid (face to face and online) programme is aimed at trainees in paediatric infectious diseases. The course will take the student through the European syllabus for training in paediatric infectious disease over a two-year period using both face to face and online learning methods.

  • Length of programme: Two years, part-time
  • We reserve the right not to run all or part of the programme if the number of successful applicants falls below a minimum threshold

How to Apply

For application deadlines for the PGDip in Paediatric Infectious Diseases, please see the Continuing Education website.

The standard set of materials you should send with any application to a taught course comprises:

Please follow the detailed instructions in the Application Guide, and consult the Continuing Education website for any additional guidance.

Academic resources

University libraries including:

  • Continuing Education Library, Rewley House
  • Radcliffe Science Library

Other resources, including:

  • A virtual learning environment 

Colleges

No college affiliation is required for students studying for the Postgraduate Diploma.

Graduate destinations

Further training in paediatric infectious diseases or completion of training and appointment to a senior position. Research in a relevant biomedical field.

Related programmes

There is an active programme of research in different aspects of paediatric and adult vaccinology in Oxford from preclinical vaccine design through clinical trials to laboratory evaluation of vaccines through immunomonitoring.
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+44 (0) 1865 286946
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Entry requirements

Trainees in paediatrics who have completed their professional speciality examinations (MRCPCH or equivalent).

 

In general UK paediatric trainees should be ST4 and above, though applications from lower level students will be considered.

 

Priority will be given to trainees with clinical experience in paediatrics. Applications from more experienced paediatricians will be considered if places are available.

 

Selection criteria

Selection criteria on the Continuing Education website External link

 

English language requirements

Higher level


Funding/awards

Some bursaries may be available

 

Number of applicants
2012/13

27


Number of places available
2013/14

22