Our courses
Our BSc Infection and Immunity is a great way to develop a broad knowledge of the immune system and infectious agents in health and disease, cell and molecular biology, and the function of the human body. Our postgraduate degrees cover current issues in the biology of infectious agents, the epidemiology, pathogenesis, prevention and control of infectious diseases, immunity and immune dysfunction.
Infection and Immunity, BSc
Gain an insight into the science of infection and immunity, drawing on the world-class research carried out in the Division of Infection & Immunity.
Infection and Immunity, MSc
This MSc Infection and Immunity emphasises data interpretation, critical analysis of current literature and culminates in a research project.
Experimental and Translational Immunology, MRes
Gain insight into state-of-the-art immunology research, current issues in immunity, immune dysfunction and immune-based therapeutic approaches.
Experimental and Translational Immunology, MSc
We bring together clinical and research expertise in translational immunology to focus on experimental medicine and therapeutic approaches.
Respiratory Clinical Science, MSc / PGDip / PGCert
Set yourself up to work at the highest levels of respiratory medicine. This MSc focuses on studying the scientific and clinical basis of respiratory diseases.
Human Tissue Repair, MSc
Build your specialist skills in human tissue repair after injury on our globally recognised MSc. You will be taught by UCL's leading scientists and clinicians.
Human Tissue Repair, MRes
Specialise in human tissue repair on this globally innovative MRes. The course acts as the ideal foundation year for a biomedical research career.
Division of Infection and Immunity MPhil / PhD
This PhD programme provides research training in basic and translational science from internationally recognised leaders in infection and immunity.
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Why study Infection and Immunity at UCL?
UCL is a world leading university and a dynamic and exciting environment for your studies. We are ranked 7th for Clinical and Health in the 2024 Times Higher Education World University Rankings by subject.
Our Principal Investigators are internationally recognised leaders in infection and immunity, providing students with a unique opportunity for networking and furthering their careers.
It constantly ignites my curiosity
Giselle Best studied the BSc Infection and Immunity at UCL after experiencing the passion and enthusiasm from the programme director at an Open Day.
Delivered by world class academics
Joe McDowell, who graduated from the MRes Experimental and Translational Immunology in 2022, says his time on the course was a 'really formative experience'.
Working in new building 'a delight'
Selin Cenkat, MSc Experimental and Translational Immunology graduate, was thrilled to undertake a research project in the new and award-winning Pears Building.
Taking positives from the pandemic
Sophie found an advantage from the limitations imposed by the pandemic, and conducted some computational research for her MSc that sparked a PhD project.
What is respiratory medicine?
Discover why respiratory medicine is an increasingly vital field of medicine and learn more about our specialist MSc Respiratory Clinical Science.
Shared first year for flexibility
Most of the BSc courses in Medical Sciences have a shared first year. This gives you the flexibility to switch degrees if your interests change.
"Working with top of the field experts"
Hex enjoyed the hands-on learning from the BSc Infection and Immunity, especially the research project in the third year which provided plenty of hands-on lab experience.
Careers
UCL's courses in Infection and Immunity provide students with the necessary skills, knowledge, and experience to be a competitive candidate in the job market. Students take away skills in critical analysis, data interpretation, communication, and independent thinking. They will be well placed to apply to the most competitive postgraduate programmes and well equipped for a career in research, teaching or associated biomedical professions.
Recent graduates have secured postdoctoral positions in universities or research institutions in the UK, Europe, the US and Middle East. Others work in research and development for pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies or in scientific journalism, patent law, health consultancy and management.
Our Postgraduate Club hosts meetings with senior faculty members who provide advice on career progression, as well as informal talks and meetings with senior individuals working in industry, biotech, scientific writing and entrepreneurs.
I chose the MSc Infection and Immunity to gain more in-depth knowledge and experience in various areas of Immunology. The course absolutely delivered and exceeded my expectations. I was able to learn a great deal in the fields of cancer immunology, autoimmune diseases and immune deficiencies. Lectures were delivered by leading experts, passionate about their work and most willing to interact and discuss with students.
Our course directors
Meet the inspiring academics who are shaping how we teach infection and immunity related disciplines at University College London.
Director: MPhil/PhD Infection & Immunity
Division of Infection & Immunity
Director: BSc Infection & Immunity, MSc Infection & Immunity
Division of Infection & Immunity
Director: MSc/MRes Experimental & Translational Immunology
Division of Infection & Immunity
What's really cool is that we're actually making 'living' medicines
PhD student Ursule describes her fascination with 'living medicines' - drugs formed of cells with a life of their own. And, after growing up in Switzerland and France, she touches on her love of London, particularly Regent's Park.
Our research in Infection and Immunity
The Research Department of Infection (RDI) undertakes world-leading research and teaching on infectious disease, advancing and integrating basic and clinical research to understand and overcome pathogens of global importance, and foster excellence and leadership amongst the next generation of scientists and doctors.
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The award-winning Pears Building in Hampstead
Our immunity and transplant experts are based in the new purpose-built Pears Building in Hampstead, with cutting-edge laboratories and facilities for patients.
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