Diploma in Medical Mycology Foundations
A broad professional foundation in human fungal infections, from fungal biology and host interactions to diagnostics and antifungal resistance.
Programme identification
- 1.1Programme name
- Diploma in Medical Mycology Foundations
- 1.2Type of qualification
- Diploma
- 1.3Provider / endorsing institution
- Fungaris – International Institute of Mycology, School of Medical, Veterinary & One Health Mycology. A Fungaris programme of its own, not endorsed by a university.
- 1.4Mode of study
- Online, with live sessions in a small group, recordings and a virtual campus.
- 1.5Duration (hours / ECTS credits)
- 6 months (24 weeks) · 192 hours in total · 8 modules of 24 hours · 24 live sessions of 2 hours. ECTS credits: not applicable (Fungaris own programme, not an official university degree).
- 1.6Language
- English
- 1.7Start and end dates / intake
- Next intake: 11 January 2027 to 25 June 2027. Enrolment closes on 4 January 2027. Following intake: 12 April 2027. How intakes work →
Overview
2.1Programme description
The Diploma in Medical Mycology Foundations offers a broad and structured grounding in human fungal infections across eight modules. Students start with fungal biology and taxonomy as they apply to health, then study host-fungus interactions in depth. Successive modules cover superficial and subcutaneous mycoses, yeast infections, mould infections and the endemic dimorphic mycoses, giving a complete picture of the diseases fungi cause. The programme concludes with an overview of diagnostic approaches and the antifungal drug classes, including the basics of resistance.
Compared with a single course, the diploma allows time to connect topics and build the integrated understanding needed for specialist roles in laboratories, infection prevention or research support. It suits health science graduates and healthcare professionals preparing to move towards mycology. The tutor is selected for practising experience in mycology in laboratory or public health settings. For the final project, students write an integrated case-based report on one fungal disease, linking biology, host factors, laboratory investigation, antifungal classes and prevention.
2.2Why it matters / what need it meets
It meets a practical need: applied, up-to-date knowledge in one health, useful in areas such as hospital and diagnostic laboratories, pharmaceutical industry, public health agencies, academic research.
Mycology is moving fast and good practical training is still scarce. This programme gives you a structured path, taught live by people who work in the field, so you can apply what you learn with judgement and safety.
Objectives and competences
3.1General objective
To finish the programme able to apply its content professionally and with judgement. In short:
A broad professional foundation in human fungal infections, from fungal biology and host interactions to diagnostics and antifungal resistance.
3.2Specific objectives
- Build the foundations: Fungal biology and taxonomy for health; Host-fungus interactions; Superficial and subcutaneous mycoses.
- Put them into practice: Yeast infections; Mould infections; Endemic and dimorphic mycoses.
- Apply everything to a real case: Overview of diagnostic approaches; Antifungal classes and resistance basics.
- Complete a final project reviewed by your tutor.
3.3Competences you will gain
- Explain fungal biology and taxonomy relevant to human health.
- Describe how fungi interact with host defences to cause disease.
- Compare the main groups of superficial, subcutaneous, yeast, mould and endemic infections.
- Outline how laboratory evidence is combined to investigate fungal infections.
- Summarise antifungal classes and the basics of resistance.
Student profile
4.1Who it is for (entry profile)
Health science graduates and healthcare professionals.
4.2Entry requirements
Some basic knowledge of biology, microbiology or health sciences is expected; prior mycology study is helpful but not required.
4.3Career paths (exit profile)
- Supporting role in a clinical mycology laboratory team
- Biomedical scientist developing a mycology specialism
- Infection prevention practitioner assistant
- Medical science liaison in antifungal therapeutics
- Research assistant in medical mycology
- Health educator on fungal diseases
Outcomes depend on your experience and on your local market.
Study plan
5.1Overall structure (modules and workload)
| Module | Title | Phase | Topics | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Fungal biology and taxonomy for health | Foundations | 3 | 24 |
| 02 | Host-fungus interactions | Foundations | 3 | 24 |
| 03 | Superficial and subcutaneous mycoses | Foundations | 3 | 24 |
| 04 | Yeast infections | Practice | 3 | 24 |
| 05 | Mould infections | Practice | 3 | 24 |
| 06 | Endemic and dimorphic mycoses | Practice | 3 | 24 |
| 07 | Overview of diagnostic approaches | Application & project | 3 | 24 |
| 08 | Antifungal classes and resistance basics | Application & project | 3 | 24 |
| Total | 192 |
8 modules × 24 hours = 192 hours: 48 hours of live sessions, and the rest for campus study, exercises and the final project.
5.2Content by module
Hover or tap a module to follow the path from the first session to the final project. Open a module to see the topics it covers.
- Fungal cell biology
- Modern fungal taxonomy
- Naming changes and their impact
- Fungal virulence factors
- Innate and adaptive immunity to fungi
- Risk factors for invasive disease
- Dermatophytoses and superficial yeasts
- Mycetoma and chromoblastomycosis
- Sporotrichosis
- Mucosal candidiasis
- Candidaemia and invasive candidiasis
- Cryptococcosis
- Aspergillosis
- Mucormycosis
- Other hyaline and pigmented moulds
- Dimorphic fungi and ecology
- Major endemic mycoses
- Travel and exposure history
- Microscopy and culture
- Antigen and molecular tests
- Integrating laboratory evidence
- Drug classes and targets
- Resistance mechanisms
- Principles of stewardship
5.3Company placement
This programme does not include a company placement. Practice is built into every module through exercises, case studies and the final project.
5.4Final project
An integrated case-based report on one fungal disease linking biology, host factors, laboratory investigation and prevention.
Methodology
6.1How it is taught
- Live online sessions, usually weekly, with a working professional and a small group.
- Recordings of every session, so you can catch up if work or time zones get in the way.
- Exercises and real case studies in every module.
- Tutoring: your tutor answers questions and gives feedback on your exercises and project.
6.2Platform and resources
A Moodle virtual campus with session recordings, readings, exercises and forums for each module. You need a computer, an up-to-date browser and a stable connection; a webcam and microphone are recommended.
Technical requirements →6.3Estimated weekly workload
About 8 hours a week for 24 weeks: one 2-hour live session on a weekday evening, plus study and exercises on the campus at your own pace.
Assessment
7.1Assessment system and weighting
Progress is assessed through participation in live sessions, exercises at the end of each module and a final project reviewed by the tutor.
7.2Requirements to pass
- Complete every module, by attending the live sessions or watching the recordings.
- Hand in the module exercises.
- Have your final project approved by your tutor.
Teaching team
8.1Academic direction
At Fungaris, the One Health school coordinates the content and quality of this programme. The academic director of each intake is named in the intake guide.
8.2Faculty
Taught by professionals who work in the field. The tutor for each intake is confirmed before the start.
Meet our faculty →Certificate
9.1Certificate awarded
Diploma Certificate
On completing the programme and its project, Fungaris issues a Diploma Certificate. Fungaris certificates are the institute's own. Whether an employer, school or authority recognises them depends on that organisation and on local rules in each country.
9.2Issuing body / recognition
Issued by Fungaris (operated by Nexora Generation, S.L.) as a digital certificate. It is a Fungaris certificate of its own: it is not an official university degree and does not award ECTS credits.
About our certificates →Admission and enrolment
10.1Admission process (steps)
- Send your request through the form or write to admissions.
- Admissions reviews your profile and confirms the start date, the session schedule and the fee.
- You secure your place with full payment or a 40% reservation.
- You receive your campus access and welcome guide before the first session.
10.2Documents required
- A valid identity document.
- Contact and billing details (personal or company).
- A short CV or a description of your experience in the field.
10.3Deadlines
Enrolment for the intake starting on 11 January 2027 is open until 4 January 2027, or until the group is full (maximum 20 students).
10.4Fee and payment options
Fee: £1,120
- Full payment before the start: £896 (20% reduction).
- 40% reservation (£448) and 6 monthly instalments of £112.
10.5Grants, discounts and funding
Discounts: 10% for Fungaris alumni and 15% for groups of three or more people from the same organisation. Discounts cannot be combined with each other or with the full-payment reduction.
Your employer can pay for the programme and receive the invoice in the company name. Whether a public or employer training budget can cover the fee depends on your country, so check with them.
10.6Cancellation policy
The conditions for cancelling, withdrawing or moving to a later intake are explained in our cancellation policy and in your enrolment confirmation. Nothing there limits your rights under the consumer law that applies to you.
Cancellation and refunds →Additional information
11.1Frequently asked questions
Do I need experience to study Diploma in Medical Mycology Foundations?
Some basic knowledge of biology, microbiology or health sciences is expected; prior mycology study is helpful but not required.
How is Diploma in Medical Mycology Foundations taught?
Live online, in 8 modules with a working professional, a small group and a final project.
How am I assessed?
Progress is assessed through participation in live sessions, exercises at the end of each module and a final project reviewed by the tutor.
What is the final project?
An integrated case-based report on one fungal disease linking biology, host factors, laboratory investigation and prevention.
What certificate do I get?
On completing the programme and its project, Fungaris issues a Diploma Certificate. Fungaris certificates are the institute's own. Whether an employer, school or authority recognises them depends on that organisation and on local rules in each country.
What can I study after Diploma in Medical Mycology Foundations?
The natural next step is Master in Medical and Veterinary Mycology.
11.2Alumni testimonials
We only publish verified testimonials from real students. This programme does not have any published yet; they will appear here once its first intakes finish.
11.3Admissions contact
Write to info@fungaris.institute or use the contact form. Admissions answers in your language.
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Pay in full with a 20% reduction, or reserve your place with 40% and pay the rest in monthly instalments. All prices are stated in pounds sterling (GBP).