Infectious diseases: Epidemiology and prevention

MPH5218

Synopsis

Importance of transmission source, host and organism factors in infectious disease epidemiology. Outbreak investigation, surveillance of infectious diseases, prevention/control strategies, mathematical modelling of infectious diseases and of impact of immunity. Includes discussion of infection control, vaccines, exotic and emerging diseases.

Sourced from the Monash Handbook 2026.

Quick facts

Credit points: 6
Level: 5
Audience: Postgraduate
Type: Coursework
School: Faculty of Medicine, Nursing and Health Sciences
Faculty: Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine
Handbook year: 2026

Prerequisites (1)

Introductory epidemiologyMPH5040

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Second semesterAlfred Hospital · FLX-BLK