Diploma Course in Vector Biology & Control (VBC)

Course Description:

This Diploma course will guide you through the acquisition of a matrix of skills acquired from 11 modules including knowledge of the major vectors and vector-borne diseases in relevance to the region; skills to conduct entomological surveillance; knowledge of the principles of epidemiological investigations of vector-borne diseases; skills in disease control program management; skills to develop vector control strategies based on the principles of IVM; and, skills to facilitate and train others, and effectively document and disseminate information on entomology and vector control.

 

Who is eligible to apply?

All applicants for the VBC Diploma Course must have the following criteria:

1. Graduates of Medicine (General practitioner), Veterinary medicine, pharmacy; or

2. Graduates with Bachelor, Master, or equivalent degrees in health-related programs

Fluency in English (having a previous degree from an English-spoken university, OR submitting a minimum IELTS score of 5.0 or equivalent TOEFL Score),  or passing the English exam of the Language Academy of TUMS International College 

Also, the following criteria are preferred:

1. Work experience in the field of Public Health

 2.Submit Reference Letters from academic members or senior public health officials

 

Course Objectives:

The VBC Diploma Course is designed to provide an incredible opportunity for students to learn up-to-date and fundamental skills in the core areas of vector biology and control, which are carefully tailored to meet the needs of individuals who are working, or planning to work, in the public health sector in the region and across the world. Spending 9 weeks with the SPH to earn the VBC Diploma goes beyond merely earning a Diploma. The program will provide participants with a lifelong and memorable experience through participating in many exciting activities and living the real life of vector biology and control in the field.

July 20th- September 19th,2024

Vector Biology& Control (VBC) 

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Course Program

 

 

Course Information

       PROGRAM  DIRECTOR(S)

            Prof. Mohammad Mehdi Sedaghat, Prof. Ahmad Ali Hanafi-Bojd

      PROGRAM INSTRUCTOR(S)

Prof. Mohammad Mehdi Sedaghat, Prof. Ahmad Ali Hanafi-Bojd, Prof. Hassan Vatandoost, Prof. Mohammad Ali Oshaghi, Prof. Amir Ahmad Akhavan, Prof. Yavar Rassi, Prof. Hamid Reza Basseri, Prof. Mehdi Nateghpour, Prof. Mehdi Mohebali, Prof. Ahmadali Enayati, Prof. Kamran Akbarzadeh, Prof. Seyed Hassan Moosa Kazemi, Prof. Alireza Zahraei Ramazani, Dr. Maryam Kamali

       PROGRAM  DURATION

     9 Weeks

       PROGRAM START DATE

         20 July 2024

       PROGRAM  FINISH DATE

         19 September 2024

        APPLICATION DEADLINE

         30 June 2024

       NUMBER OF POSITIONS OFFERED

         20

          TUITION FEE

        5000 USD

  PROGRAM LOCATION(S)
  • Department of Vector Biology & Control, School of Public Health, TUMS.
  • Field internship will be in Bandar Abbas and Isfahan Research Stations, SPH, TUMS. Tehran University of Medical Sciences

    METHOD OF INSTRUCTION

        In-person, including theoretical and practical courses.

 

How to apply

Applicants are requested to submit their application via the TUMS online application system.