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Overview
Pandemics have repeatedly reshaped history. Societies respond in a variety of ways, but the most important result is that they are never the same afterwards.
In this Masters-level online short course, you’ll develop knowledge of historical pandemics around the world and in Scotland, discovering how societies have responded to the deadliest epidemics in history.
With guidance from expert historians, you’ll examine:
- the history of infectious diseases, with special reference to the Scottish experience
- official and individual responses to historical pandemics
- the prevalence of conspiracy theories throughout pandemics in history, and
- how pandemics can radically alter societies.
Careers
This course offers career-enhancing skills applicable in a range of professions, including teaching, tourism, and museum work.
You’ll gain transferrable skills in debate and constructive criticism through written presentations, interactive discussions, and independent study.
Programme Structure
You’ll study a number of different pandemics in history, including but not limited to:- The Antonine Plague
- Plague in the Islamic World
- Pandemics in the East
- The Black Death and recurring plague c.1340s - c.1800
- Cholera epidemics in the 1800s
- Influenza: The ‘Spanish’ Flu
- HIV/AIDS
- SARS and COVID
Key information
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Language
English
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PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Aberdeen, United Kingdom
Disciplines
History Public Health View 162 other Short Courses in Public Health in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Duolingo English Test 120
TOEFL® IBT OR
90
PTE Academic 62
IELTS 6.5
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- Trusted by 300k learners
- 98 accuracy using real exam data
- 4.9/5 student rating
Tuition Fees
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1395 GBP / full≈ 1395 GBP / full
Living costs
Aberdeen
United Kingdom
729 - 1069 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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