Infection and Immunity - Minor
The minor in Infection and Immunity provides students with a range of courses necessary to pursue an advanced degree in the fields of infection and immunity or to seek entry-level employment in related fields and is preparatory for careers in environmental sciences, risk assessment, industrial hygiene, public health, infection, immunity and related health science careers.
The minor will provide students with a foundational understanding of infectious diseases, host-pathogen interactions and the intricacies of the immune system. This minor will be relevant to students across various majors, including biomedical sciences, biology, biochemistry, public health and others. The global landscape underscores an increasing need for professionals with specialized knowledge in infectious diseases and immunology. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the critical role of understanding virology, epidemiology and immune response. Beyond pandemics, persistent and emerging threats like antibiotic resistance, zoonotic diseases and vaccine-preventable illnesses require a well-educated workforce.
Graduates with a minor in Infection and Immunity will be uniquely positioned for careers in healthcare, biotechnology and pharmaceuticals, public health, and research. This minor will serve as a valuable credential, signaling to graduate schools and employers that a student has dedicated, specialized training in a high-demand field.
The minor in Infection and Immunity equips undergraduate students with a comprehensive understanding of infection and immunity and their relevance across various fields. Selected coursework elevates students' academic and practical knowledge emphasizing principles of infection and immunity, the role of environmental and chemical factors, approaches to risk assessment and more specialized infection and immunity courses.
Application Process
Students seeking to declare the minor may contact an advisor in the College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences.