Course Overview

Our MSc Microbiology is a research-based degree, providing you with essential training in scientific research methodology and data analysis, as well as specific scientific techniques appropriate to the research microbiologist.

The course draws from the Department of Biological Sciences' research strengths and expertise in the cell biology of infectious diseases, host-parasite relationships, and drug discovery across a wide range of infectious pathogens/bacteriology and parasitology. You will undertake a research project in the laboratories of internationally recognized researchers.

Graduates can pursue career paths in the NHS or wider health sector, including laboratory-based positions, or in public health settings. Possible professions include:

• microbiologist

• biomedical scientist

• research scientist (life sciences)

• clinical research associate

• science writer

• higher education lecturer

• scientific laboratory technician.

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General Eligibility

A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in a science-based subject, or equivalent.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.