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Master in Infection Biology

18 Months On Campus Masters Program

University of Basel

Program Overview

The Specialized Master s degree program in Infection Biology at the University of Basel is run by the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute (Swiss TPH), an internationally recognized center for public health excellence. Infection biology focuses on host-pathogen interactions and aims to understand the mechanisms through which viruses, bacteria, fungi or parasites colonise their hosts and cause disease. Infection biologists study molecular, cellular, metabolic or immunological aspects of pathogen biology and infection, try to elucidate mechanisms and evolution of drug resistance and immune evasion, or investigate dynamics of transmission and infection in the field. Knowledge gained from studying these and other aspects of infection biology provides the basis for the development of novel diagnostic tools, drugs and vaccines for improved prevention and treatment of infectious diseases.

Program Key Stats

CHF1700 (Annual cost)



Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

A bachelor s degree with 180 credit points from a higher education institution recognized by the University of Basel, IELTS of 6.0, TOEFL ibT of 80, English language (level B2 or C1), Letter of Motivation, CV, German Language Proficiency.

Career Options

  • Careers in Academia or industry in laboratory-oriented projects
  • in the fields of Basic or applied research
  • in the Teaching/training or communication/documentation sectors
  • Scientific writers

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