Microbiology MSci 36 months Undergraduate Programme By University of Birmingham |TopUniversities
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Programme Duration

36 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

29,160 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Biological SciencesMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Discover the science behind microscopic life with our Microbiology MSci at Birmingham. Combining cell biology, genetic engineering and infection biology you explore how animals, plants, and microorganisms function and interact, preparing you to tackle global challenges. By combining hands-on training with essential skills, we ensure you excel in your career.

The Microbiology MSci gives you flexibility to study multiple aspects of biology alongside a core specialism in microbiology, allowing you to shape your microbiology training in areas from human health to conservation and biotechnology to climate change. Join our four-year programme comprising of core (compulsory) and optional modules. Each module will be assessed in different ways depending on the topic you're studying.

Why study Microbiology at Birmingham?

The Microbiology MSci combines training in essential skills required for modern scientists and allows you to immerse yourself in a vibrant research community: The Institute for Microbiology and Infection (IMI).

Microbiology Research: Join IMI to tackle global threats like TB, Zika, COVID-19 and antimicrobial resistance.

Join BioSoc: Meet fellow students through sports, events, and career-focused activities.

Research Project: Dive deep into a year-long research project in a cutting-edge research group and make real-world discoveries.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Discover the science behind microscopic life with our Microbiology MSci at Birmingham. Combining cell biology, genetic engineering and infection biology you explore how animals, plants, and microorganisms function and interact, preparing you to tackle global challenges. By combining hands-on training with essential skills, we ensure you excel in your career.

The Microbiology MSci gives you flexibility to study multiple aspects of biology alongside a core specialism in microbiology, allowing you to shape your microbiology training in areas from human health to conservation and biotechnology to climate change. Join our four-year programme comprising of core (compulsory) and optional modules. Each module will be assessed in different ways depending on the topic you're studying.

Why study Microbiology at Birmingham?

The Microbiology MSci combines training in essential skills required for modern scientists and allows you to immerse yourself in a vibrant research community: The Institute for Microbiology and Infection (IMI).

Microbiology Research: Join IMI to tackle global threats like TB, Zika, COVID-19 and antimicrobial resistance.

Join BioSoc: Meet fellow students through sports, events, and career-focused activities.

Research Project: Dive deep into a year-long research project in a cutting-edge research group and make real-world discoveries.

Admission Requirements

80+
6+
31+
3+

AAA including Biology / Human Biology + 1 from Chemistry / Physics / Maths / Further Maths / Statistics / Geology / Geography / Psychology 

3 Years
Sep

Domestic
9,535 GBP
International
29,160 GBP

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