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Microbiology degrees in 2024

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Microbiology (C500) BSc (Hons)

University of Dundee United Kingdom

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Biochemistry and Microbiology BSc

University of Strathclyde United Kingdom

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Microbiology (C500) BSc (Hons)

University of Liverpool United Kingdom

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Microbiology BSc (Hons)

University of Glasgow United Kingdom

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Medical Biosciences (Microbiology) MBiol (Hons)

University of Leicester United Kingdom

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Applied Microbiology BSc (Hons)

Edinburgh Napier University United Kingdom

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Biology - Microbiology BSc (Hons)

Bath Spa University United Kingdom

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Medical Microbiology BSc (Hons)

University of Aberdeen United Kingdom

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Microbiology (Medical) BSc (Hons)

University of Surrey United Kingdom

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Biological Sciences (Microbiology) BSc (Hons)

Heriot-Watt University United Kingdom

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Microbiology Degrees

Study Microbiology Degrees

Microbiology encompasses the study of microorganisms, such as algae, bacteria, fungi, moulds and viruses. There are several sub-disciplines within the field of microbiology, including bacteriology, virology and immunology, among others. As a microbiologist you could be responsible for the development of new medicines, tracking the emergence of new diseases, or studying the increase of antibiotic resistance.

Graduates of a degree in microbiology have a wide range of career opportunities available to them. These include biomedical scientist, food technologist, marine biologist, immunologist, pharmacologist and laboratory technician, as well as many others.

Your degree will be delivered through a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as practical laboratory sessions. Depending on your course, you may also have the option to take part in a work placement. Modules you study could include:

  • Food Microbiology
  • Immunology
  • Pathology and Medicine
  • Animal Infectious Diseases
  • Haematology

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