University of Lincoln

Infection Control in Clinical Practice

University of LincolnLincoln, United Kingdom

Course overview

This course has been designed to meet the needs of registered and practicing professionals such as nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and radiographers. It aims to enable students to apply best evidence and underpinning knowledge regarding pathogenesis and microbiology, to the prevention, monitoring, investigation, and control of infection. Additionally, it seeks to develop students practical skills in instigating changes in their work environments.

Key highlights

  • Designed for registered nurses, paramedics, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and radiographers
  • Applies pathogenesis and microbiology knowledge to infection prevention and control
  • Covers monitoring and investigation of infection in clinical settings
  • Develops practical skills for leading change in your workplace

Scholarships

  • Global Leaders Scholarship

    The scholarship is available to international students and is valued at 50% of tuition fees for one year of study.

    Up to 50% of fees
  • International Undergraduate Scholarship

    The International Undergraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for each year of their undergraduate programme at the University of Lincoln.

    Up to £2,000
  • Partner Scholarship

    If you’re eligible to receive the Partner Scholarship, you may also be eligible to receive a tuition fee discount of £1,000 through our Early Payment Discount.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Infection Prevention and Control Nurse
  • Infection Control Practitioner
  • Infection Prevention Lead
  • Clinical Nurse Specialist in Infection Control
  • Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety Lead

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,535 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

Ready to start?

Book a free consultation and we'll map your fastest route to a September 2026 place.

Apply Now
Download Free Guide