Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Postgraduate Studentships - Search for funding opportunities.
Study Details: 1 Year
Gain a detailed understanding of contemporary microbiology – researching the industrial, commercial and medical aspects of the discipline.
The MSc course provides a comprehensive understanding of molecular microbiology, infectious diseases, prevention and treatment, and the biotechnological applications of microorganisms. You’ll gain the theoretical and practical expertise needed to thrive in microbiology-focused careers across healthcare, industry and research.
To complete an extended research project, see our MRes Molecular Microbiology course.
A 2:1 in a relevant Honours degree is normally accepted as the entry requirement for the course. Applicants with a 2:2 are also actively encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants with alternative qualifications with academic attainment or skills in subjects which are directly relevant to the course will also be considered.
If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent.
For fees and funding options, please visit website to find out more
This course prepares you for a career in:
the pharmaceutical industry
the industrial biotechnology sector
food and beverage industries
PhD study
Previous graduates have gone on to work for:
Public Health England
AstraZeneca
Qiagen
the NHS
Compulsory modules
Advanced Laboratory And Research Practice (20 Credits)
Applied Laboratory Practice (20 Credits)
Microbial Biotechnology (20 Credits)
Microbial Physiology And Pathogenesis (40 Credits)
Research Project (60 Credits)
Elective modules
Case Studies In Infectious Disease (20 Credits)
Data Science (20 Credits)
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