University of Otago Master of Science (MSc) in Immunology
University of Otago

University of Otago

Master of Science (MSc) in Immunology

Dunedin, New Zealand

MSc

English

Full time

On-Campus

Key Summary

    About : The Master of Science (MSc) in Immunology offers an in-depth exploration of the immune system and its role in health and disease. Students engage with both theoretical and practical components of immunological science. The course prepares students for a variety of research and professional careers over one year of full-time study or two years part-time.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue careers in various fields including biomedical research, pharmaceutical development, clinical laboratory management, and regulatory affairs. There are opportunities in healthcare settings, academic institutions, and government agencies focused on immunology.

Master of Science (MSc) in Immunology

The Master of Science (MSc) is a two-year degree which encompasses both coursework and research. The first year involves mainly coursework and preliminary research preparation. Students will have the opportunity to contribute to existing fields of research, or to begin to develop new areas.

Immunology is taught within the Department of Microbiology. It is concerned with the study of how individuals protect themselves against infectious organisms, i.e. immunity and correcting aberrant immune responses. Topics covered include the structure and function of the immune response, immunity to infectious diseases, vaccines and their use, and manipulation of the immune system (immunotherapy). Abnormalities and diseases of the immune system e.g. cancer, allergy, autoimmunity and AIDS also form an integral part of immunology.

Employment opportunities for graduates are excellent with major employers being research and diagnostic laboratories, Crown Research Institutes and universities. This is a rapidly advancing and exciting discipline in which the University of Otago has had a long and productive role.

Duration of the Program

A candidate achieving the degree by papers and a thesis shall normally follow a Program for the equivalent of not less than two years of full-time study and not more than three years of full-time study, and a candidate achieving the degree by thesis alone shall normally follow a Program of study for the equivalent of not less than one year of full-time study and not more than two years of full-time study. Exceptions shall be permitted only with the approval of the Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Sciences).

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