Master of Applied Professional Studies (Infection Prevention and Control)

Are you a working professional who wants to gain higher level qualifications in your field of expertise? At Toi Ohomai you can advance your study of professional leadership with our unique suite of applied postgraduate courses that link directly to your current practice. The Master of Applied Professional Studies – Infection Prevention and Control supports you to broaden your knowledge and experience through reflective practice, critical evaluation, in-depth analysis of issues and applied research. You'll apply theory to examples of work-based situations. Your assessments and projects directly support your professional employment so you can seamlessly put your new skills and knowledge into practice on the job. You'll advance your knowledge of microbiology and healthcare epidemiology, and critically evaluate procedures in healthcare settings.  You'll explore the factors influencing health research and gain practical skills in implementing and monitoring an infection control programme. During your Masters study you also develop the advanced research skills required to carry out an independent research project.

You must hold:

A bachelor's degree or bachelor's degree with honours in a cognate subject with a B average or above, OR A postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma in a cognate subject with a B average or above