Master of Science in Infectious Diseases
Drexel University

Program Details

The online Master of Science in Infectious Diseases program provides graduate-level training in the fundamentals of molecular biology, cell biology, and immunology, as well as basic, translational, and clinical aspects of diseases caused by important infectious pathogens, including HIV, methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), malarial parasites, influenza virus, and Zika virus.  Students will select from such topics as emerging pathogens, experimental therapeutics, vaccines and vaccine development, principles of biocontainment, and more.  The curriculum consists of three signature elements:

  • Introduction to Infectious Disease
  • Clinical Correlations to Infectious Disease
  • Research Internship in Infectious Disease

Learning Pace

Institution-Paced

% Online

100% Online

School Accreditation & Licensing

Drexel University is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Program Requirements & Restrictions

Minimum Education

Bachelor Degree

Recommended GPA

3.0 or above (4.0 scale)

Application Requirements

Official College Transcript(s), Recommendation/Reference Letter(s), Statement of Purpose/Intent, Resume/CV