Program dates
22 June - 10 July
Three-week section; calendar year unspecified.
In-person Program
Infectious and Epidemic Disease Summer Course
Explore infectious disease through microbiology, vaccine development and clinical diagnostics, with laboratory work connecting disease mechanisms to treatment and outbreak control.
Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Infectious and Epidemic Disease at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
High school biology recommended
Age range / Year group
Ages 14-18
Location / Region
Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Cost
$8,372; $6,416
Duration
3 weeks
Format
In-person
BiologyMedicine
Campus experience: Brown University laboratory study
Tutors / faculty: Jacob Kaiserman; Samantha Maguire
Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday, 12:15 p.m.-3:05 p.m.
Infectious and Epidemic Disease summary
Brown's course connects the biology of infectious disease with treatment, outbreak control and the ways epidemics shape society.
Expect lectures, discussions, group projects and substantial laboratory practice, including clinical diagnostic techniques and experimental design.
It suits students who want to explore microbiology through practical work rather than lectures alone.
What is Infectious and Epidemic Disease Summer Course?
The Infectious and Epidemic Disease Summer Course is a Brown University pre-college course connecting microbiology with the history and management of epidemics. Students examine historical pathogens such as the Black Plague and Smallpox alongside Influenza, HIV/AIDS and other contemporary diseases. Topics include vaccine development, diagnostic laboratory techniques and basic microbiological sciences.
Teaching combines lectures, discussions, group projects and substantial laboratory work on Brown's campus. Students apply disease mechanisms and clinical methods introduced in class while developing experimental and diagnostic skills. The course also examines how disease influences politics, culture and public awareness.
Why Succeed highlights Infectious and Epidemic Disease
Substantial laboratory work gives students a practical way to test their interest in microbiology.
The curriculum connects molecular disease mechanisms with treatment and outbreak control.
Historical and contemporary examples help students examine how disease shapes politics and culture.
Instructor and teaching-assistant support makes laboratory learning approachable without prior lab experience.
Who is Infectious and Epidemic Disease for?
Best for
Students curious about microbiology, clinical diagnostics and how infectious diseases affect society.
Not ideal if
You prefer a lecture-only course or want to avoid substantial laboratory work.
Is Infectious and Epidemic Disease worth it?
This course offers a useful test of whether you enjoy practical disease biology as much as reading about medicine. Laboratory work, experimental design and diagnostic techniques provide concrete experiences to reflect on when choosing further study.
The lab-heavy format requires sustained attention and comfort with learning unfamiliar procedures. Its strongest value is subject exploration and skill development; students seeking patient-facing experience may find a medical work-experience program a closer fit.
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Cost and what is included
$8,372; $6,416.
Supervision or safety information
Yes. Students must follow the laboratory attire guidelines developed by Brown's Department of Environmental Health and Safety throughout the course.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
3 weeks; Providence, Rhode Island, United States.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Infectious and Epidemic Disease need?
Effort level
Substantial practical engagement.
Best started
Begin biology revision and campus planning several weeks before your course starts.
Main challenge
Applying disease mechanisms through unfamiliar laboratory techniques.
Typical preparation
Review cell biology, pathogens and basic immune responses.
Read Brown's laboratory attire guidelines and prepare suitable clothing.
Choose an infectious disease to investigate through its biology and social effects.
Useful if
You want to test your interest in experimental biology and clinical diagnostics.
What do students do on Infectious and Epidemic Disease?
You build background knowledge through lectures, then apply disease mechanisms and clinical methods in the laboratory. Discussions and group projects connect scientific learning with treatment, outbreak control and the wider effects of disease.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Develop background knowledge about historical and contemporary infectious diseases.
- 2
Explore vaccine development, treatment and outbreak control methods.
- 3
Apply lecture concepts through laboratory techniques and experimental work.
- 4
Discuss how disease affects politics, culture and society.
- 5
Work with classmates on group projects.
Infectious and Epidemic Disease dates and deadlines
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Reference date
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Program dates | 22 June - 10 July | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Completing a high school biology course is strongly suggested.
Prior laboratory or experiment-design experience is not required.
Students must follow Brown's laboratory attire guidelines.
How much does Infectious and Epidemic Disease cost?
Supplemental course fee
$50 — Additional to the program cost.
How to apply to Infectious and Epidemic Disease
- 1
Use Brown Pre-College's application page for admissions instructions.
- 2
Review the linked application checklist before preparing your application.
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What does Infectious and Epidemic Disease cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Historical and contemporary pathogens
Study the Black Plague, Smallpox, Influenza, HIV/AIDS and other epidemic and pandemic pathogens.
Vaccines and outbreak control
Explore vaccine development and strategies for treating, managing and controlling infectious disease.
Laboratory diagnostics
Practice clinical diagnostic techniques and apply microbiological concepts through laboratory work.
Disease and society
Examine how disease and public awareness influence politics, culture and society.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Infectious and Epidemic Disease?
A typical day during the program.
Class meetings
Monday-Friday, 12:15 p.m.-3:05 p.m., over three weeks.
Teaching activities
Classes combine lectures, discussions, group projects and substantial laboratory work.
Who teaches on Infectious and Epidemic Disease?
Jacob Kaiserman and Samantha Maguire are the listed course instructors. Students work closely with the instructor and teaching assistant to develop laboratory skills.
What happens after Infectious and Epidemic Disease?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Build experimental-design and laboratory skills for further biology study.
Develop familiarity with clinical diagnostic techniques.
Connect molecular disease mechanisms with treatment and epidemic management.
Explain how infectious disease influences politics and culture.
Where does Infectious and Epidemic Disease take place?
The course takes place on Brown University's campus in Providence, Rhode Island. Laboratory teaching is a substantial part of the on-campus experience.
Infectious and Epidemic Disease FAQs
The course covers vaccine development, epidemic and pandemic pathogens, diagnostic laboratory techniques and basic microbiological sciences. It also examines treatment, outbreak control and the social and cultural effects of disease.
No previous laboratory or experiment-design experience is required. Completing a high school biology course is strongly suggested, and students work closely with the instructor and teaching assistant to develop laboratory skills.
Students spend a significant amount of time in the laboratory, applying mechanisms and clinical methods introduced in lectures. Teaching also includes discussions and group projects.
The listed section meets Monday through Friday, from 12:15 p.m. to 3:05 p.m., over three weeks.
Jacob Kaiserman and Samantha Maguire are the listed instructors. Students also receive teaching-assistant support while developing laboratory skills.
Yes. Students must follow the laboratory attire guidelines developed by Brown's Department of Environmental Health and Safety throughout the course.
The listed section carries a $50 supplemental fee in addition to the program cost.
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