Master of Infectious Disease Surveillance and Control (Advanced Practice)

About the course

This course develops specialist expertise in infectious disease surveillance, outbreak investigation and control for science graduates and professionals. You’ll learn from active researchers, build practical laboratory capability, and apply current approaches in medical microbiology and molecular science. The program includes a choice of a 6‑month industry-based project or a dissertation to strengthen real-world or research skills in infectious disease surveillance and control at Master level.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles applying medical microbiology and surveillance skills across public and private sectors. Opportunities may include work with government agencies and health departments, international health organisations and NGOs, and industries such as food production and safety, pharmaceuticals, medical biotechnology, diagnostics, and infectious disease research. This prepares you for specialist practice or further research pathways in infectious disease surveillance and control at Master level.

Living Costs in Perth**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 23	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,255 - 1,660	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 866 - 1,146
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 8	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 243 - 321

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)