Drexel University’s online post-baccalaureate certificate (PBC) in Fundamental Concepts in Infectious Disease (CSID) is designed to provide you with graduate-level knowledge about infectious diseases and the pathogens that cause them. This 10-credit, online certificate program offers an online curriculum that focuses on human pathogens, the mechanisms they use to cause disease, and immunological responses designed to prevent, control, or eliminate infection in the human host.
This program is ideal for those seeking foundational coursework focused on basic, translational, and clinical aspects of infectious disease, but who may not have the time commitment and/or need for more in-depth course offerings provided by the advanced certificate in Translational Research in Infectious Disease or the MS in Infectious Disease program.
The online Certificate in Fundamental Concepts in Infectious Disease is ideally suited for:
What will I learn in Drexel University’s Online PBC in Fundamental Concepts in Infectious Disease Program?
During this program, you will learn how to:
Will I have to come to campus during the program?
No, you will not be required to come to campus during this program. However, we would love to see you, so please stop by to say hi if you decide to visit Drexel’s campus!
How long will it take to earn my certificate?
To complete the three-course certificate plan of study, you will take one course per semester. Finishing the three semesters will require 17 calendar months (starting the fall semester in August).
Can I complete the certificate at an accelerated rate?
To build your knowledge of immunology and infectious disease, the three courses must be taken consecutively and in the scheduled order. It is not possible at this time to shorten the plan of study.
Can I add elective courses to my plan of study?
The Fundamental Concepts in Infectious Disease Certificate does not include an option to take elective courses. If you are interested in taking elective courses in addition to the courses required for this certificate, you should consider enrollment in the Translational Research in Infectious Disease Certificate Program, which follows a 17-credit plan of study that includes elective courses focused on topics of biomedical and clinical relevance.
Can I apply the credits I earn through this certificate program to other degree programs?
Yes! As mentioned above, the 10 graduate credits earned in this program can be applied to the requirements for the more extensive Translational Research in Infectious Disease Certificate. In addition, all 10 credits are transferable to our Master of Science in Infectious Disease Program.
Dr. Fred Krebs
Program Director
fck23@drexel.edu
State restrictions may apply to some programs.
Required Courses | ||
MIIM 527S | Immunology, Immunopathology, and Infectious Diseases | 3.0 |
MIIM 545S | Introduction to Infectious Diseases | 4.0 |
MIIM 653S | Clinical Correlations in Infectious Disease | 3.0 |
Total Credits | 10.0 |
With multiple ways to submit documents, Drexel makes it easy to complete your application. Learn more by visiting our Completing Your Application Guide.
Although standardized test scores are not required for admission, official copies of scores from the Graduate Record Examination (GRE), Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT), Law School Admission Test (LSAT), or Medical College Admission Test (MCAT) will be considered if submitted as part of the application.
For the academic year 2025-2026, students enrolled in an online graduate academic program will be charged a graduate online program fee of $125 per year.
2025-2026 Academic Year
Term
Classes Begin
Classes End
Fall 2025
August 18, 2025
December 12, 2025
Spring 2026
January 5, 2026
May 1, 2026
Summer 2026
May 11, 2026
August 7, 2026