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Infectious diseases shape our world, representing hugely complex global challenges not only to healthcare, but also economically and societally.

Infectious diseases result from a complex interplay between pathogens and their hosts, for which a wide spectrum of pathogens (viruses, bacteria, nematodes, protozoa, fungi and other agents) cause hundreds of different diseases in humans and animals.

During the programme you will study the main classes of pathogens and how they interact with their hosts to cause disease.

By studying a range of interdisciplinary courses, you will explore how modern and innovative research into host-pathogen interactions, from the molecular to the population level, can lead to improved diagnostics, therapeutics, vaccines and other interventions, so that we can more effectively detect, control and cure infectious diseases.

Entry Requirements

2026 entry requirements

Standard entry:
4 Highers at AABB (by end of S5 preferred) including Biology and Chemistry. Maths or Physics recommended plus National 5 Maths at B and English at C. Advanced Higher Biology and Chemistry recommended.

For entry to second year you would need above plus Advanced Higher Biology and Chemistry at AB or BA.

Widening access entry:
4 Highers at ABBB (two sittings) including Biology and Chemistry. Maths or Physics recommended plus National 5 Maths at B and English at C. Advanced Higher Biology and Chemistry recommended. Highers at BBB must be achieved in one sitting.