About

The course Pandemic Preparedness from University of Antwerp foresees a combination of thematic lectures and interactive/hands-on sessions on different aspects of pandemic preparedness, including surveillance and epidemiology, modelling, strategic preparedness planning, effective outbreak management, ethical issues, persuasive risk communication, and bolstering vaccine confidence.

Overview

Course Description

The course Pandemic Preparedness from University of Antwerp stands as your gateway to mastering the art and science of pandemic response. Join us for a transformative educational journey, where you'll emerge not just informed but empowered to make a significant impact in the field of pandemic management.

Programme Structure

The full programme for 2024 will be announced shortly.

To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 5 days

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-08-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-05-15 00:00:00

Language

English

Credits

3 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Health Sciences

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

Remember, countries and universities may have specific insurance requirements. To learn more about how student insurance work at University of Antwerp and/or in Belgium, please visit Student Insurance Portal.

Other requirements

General requirements

This Summer School offers an additional course to the current curricula of medical (5th or 6th year) or paramedical undergraduate students; and postgraduate students in (para)medical sciences. This course is also open to (para)-medical professionals. The following minimum criteria will be considered:

Studying or working in Europe

Basic knowledge of and keen interest in infectious diseases and vaccines

Medical (5th or 6th year) or paramedical undergraduate student, postgraduate student in (para)medical sciences (epidemiology, nursing, public health, …) or (para-)medical professionals

In addition, we appreciate highly motivated candidates. It is therefore important to elaborate on your specific interest in your application file.

A maximum of thirty participants is allowed, and the audience is balanced for gender and nationality.

Tuition Fee

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International

300 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 300 EUR per year during 5 days.
EU/EEA

300 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 300 EUR per year during 5 days.

Undergraduate and postgraduate students: €300

Non-students (professionals): €500

Living costs for Antwerpen

787 - 1230 EUR /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Pandemic Preparedness