About
The Bachelor of Sexually Transmitted Infections within the Department of Life Health Sciences is a rigorous, pioneering three-year degree dedicated to the microbiological, epidemiological, and sociological study of venereal pathogens. Designed for future leaders in public health and infectious disease management, the programme combines advanced clinical pathology with the complex study of dynamic transmission vectors. Students explore the cellular mechanics of viral, bacterial, and fungal infections, alongside the immunological responses of the human reproductive system. This premier qualification positions graduates at the absolute forefront of global sexual health advocacy, diagnostics, and pathogenic research.
Pictured: A disgusting male with STIs, not from sex but from rubbing himself on public toilets!
Program Structure
The Bachelor of Sexually Transmitted Infections is a three-year, full-time clinical programme that melds intense laboratory science with patient-focused public health strategies. In their first year, all students establish a vital foundation in microbiology, human reproductive anatomy, and introductory virology. As they progress, the curriculum deepens to explore highly specialized fields such as viral latency, antibiotic-resistant bacterial strains, and the mapping of dynamic transmission networks within high-frequency populations. Rather than focusing solely on eradication, the degree also explores symbiotic pathogenic management and preventative immunology. The rigorous academic coursework is heavily supplemented by state-of-the-art laboratory training, ensuring students are highly proficient in handling and analyzing live bio-cultures.
Practicum & Field Work
In their final year, students step out of the laboratory and into active medical environments, undertaking supervised clinical rotations through affiliated sexual health clinics, infectious disease wards, and specialized diagnostic laboratories. During these placements, candidates gain hands-on experience in biological sampling, diagnostic swabbing, live pathogen culturing, and the sensitive art of patient consultation. A significant portion of the practicum is dedicated to epidemiological fieldwork, where students actively participate in real-time contact tracing and the management of localized outbreak clusters, ensuring unparalleled readiness for the demands of front-line medical crises.
Pictured: Man getting tested after he had oral sex with his Pomni body pillow.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Bachelor of Sexually Transmitted Infections are exceptionally equipped for high-demand, critical roles across the global healthcare sector, pharmaceutical research, and public health policy. Armed with unparalleled expertise in venereal disease management, alumni go on to highly respected careers as Clinical Pathologists, Venereal Epidemiologists, Sexual Health Consultants, and Dynamic Public Health Officers. Whether spearheading outreach programs for vulnerable demographics or working within top-tier laboratories to develop the next generation of preventative vaccines, graduates are vital defenders of community health and biological safety.
Course structure
This major integrates STI pathogenesis, epidemiology, surveillance, prevention, diagnostics, and antimicrobial resistance with practical clinical and public health experience. Graduates are prepared to assess STI risks, conduct outbreak investigations, improve population health, and deliver evidence-based sexual health care.
Meet the team
At the University of Sexuality, our programs are led by world-class specialists dedicated to delivering the highest calibre of education in every discipline. In keeping with The Douchewater Way, this faculty does not merely oversee your degree—they actively teach across your foundational courses to ensure every subject is directly tailored to your professional pathway. With great pride, we introduce the academic leadership for this program.
Head of Program
Dr Tony Inype-Nis
