Bachelor's degree

In Leeds

£ 9,250 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Leeds

  • Start date

    Different dates available

Microbiology is the study of living organisms that are too small to be visible with the naked eye, including bacteria, fungi and viruses. These microbes are key to our understanding of life on this planet – from human and animal disease, to better food production and microbial involvement in global cycles.
The study of microbiology requires expertise in a range of areas, such as immunology, genetics, biochemistry and cell biology, which we'll train you in throughout your degree.
You’ll study a range of microbiological topics affecting humanity today, such as bacterial resistance to antibiotics, use of microbes in biotechnology for food production and agriculture, and how microbes cause disease.
There’s a focus on practical and analytical training in microbiological and molecular techniques, equipping you for a wide range of future careers in scientific and health research, and beyond.
Our integrated Masters offers you an additional year of specialist training and an advanced qualification. You’ll study specialist research topics and undertake an extended research project.
Course highlights
Choice: As well as building a broad understanding of microbiology you’ll have the chance to develop specialist knowledge through in-depth study on optional modules.
Learn from experts: Our academics are active researchers and leaders in the field and have the expertise to teach microbiology at the highest level.
Research opportunities: You’ll receive extensive training opportunities in microbiological and molecular techniques – essential for careers in scientific research.
Flexibility: Common core modules in the first year of many of our courses mean you could have the opportunity to transfer onto a related degree course as your interests develop.
Excellent student satisfaction: We received a 100% satisfaction score for Microbiology in the most recent National Student Satisfaction survey (NSS, 2017)

Facilities

Location

Start date

Leeds (North Yorkshire)
Maurice Keyworth Building, The University Of Leeds, LS2 9JT

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

Entry requirements
A-level: AAA - ABB
BSc:
A-level: AAA - ABB
Including Chemistry or Biology and another science or science-related subject. Critical Thinking and General Studies excluded.
We accept the following science subjects: biology, human biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics. Science-related subjects: PE, geography, use of mathematics, psychology, statistics, geology and computing.
Applicants taking a Science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement.
MBiol:
A-level: AAA t alternative...

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Subjects

  • Immunology
  • Biology
  • Microbiology
  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Cell Biology
  • Project
  • Medical
  • Medical training
  • Production

Course programme

During Year 1 you’ll study an introduction to microbiology, genetics, immunology, biochemistry and cell biology themes and will learn more about tissues, organs and body processes.

You’ll have plenty of opportunities to develop your practical skills with hands-on laboratory sessions, while tutorials and lectures will help strengthen your core theoretical skills – the key foundations needed for success at degree level.

From the knowledge and skills base acquired in Year 1, you’ll proceed to more advanced, specialised topics in your chosen area of interest.

At the end of Year 1, there are opportunities to transfer between the Microbiology, Biological Sciences and Biology courses (including Genetics).

In Year 2 you’ll continue to develop a broad understanding of key themes within biosciences while building on your practical and research skills from first year.

You’ll also get to engage in more in-depth study of the areas that interest you the most, with modules in areas such as virology, bacteriology, immunology and genetic engineering. This allows you to specialise in the detailed examination of infection, from the medical perspective and in relation to the biochemistry and cell biology of microbial replication and pathogenesis.

You’ll have the opportunity to gain a comprehensive understanding of how micro-organisms cause disease and the options available for the treatment of these conditions.

The end of second year also offers you the chance to take a study year abroad or a year in industry to further develop your skills.

Year 3 offers you specialist topics such as study of emerging infections, an in-depth study of the hepatitis viruses to gene therapy in humans.

Alongside this, a considerable part of your final year will involve an in-depth research project in which you will take all the skills you have developed in your degree and apply them to your own independent research while under the supervision of a leading academic. The culmination of your third year will be a portfolio of skills, knowledge, and experiences that will allow you to pursue your graduate career aspirations.

Integrated Masters (MBiol)

Years 1 and 2 are the same as for the BSc and provide a foundation in the subject.

In Year 3 of the MBiol will prepare you for the Masters level topics and research you’ll be immersed in during your final year.

You’ll undertake a research project, and study compulsory and optional modules as well as a research preparation module, using many of the Faculty’s research facilities.

In Year 4, alongside a selection of Masters level modules covering areas such as human diseases, you’ll also manage your own extended-research project in collaboration with a professional researcher. This final year aims to prepare you for a career in research as well as equipping you with the enhanced skills and expertise valued for the graduate entry level jobs.

Find out more about choosing between an integrated Masters and a BSc degree

Course structure

These are typical modules/components studied and may change from time to time. Read more in our Terms and conditions.

Modules Year 1

Compulsory modules

  • Introduction to Genetics 10 credits
  • The Basis of Life 20 credits
  • Molecular Physiology 20 credits
  • Introduction to Microbiology 20 credits
  • Skills for Microbiologists 40 credits

Year 2

Compulsory modules

  • The Power of Genomics 10 credits
  • Genetic Engineering 10 credits
  • Cell Biology of Disease 10 credits
  • Molecular Virology 10 credits
  • Medical Bacteriology 10 credits
  • Medical Immunology 10 credits
  • Medical Virology 10 credits
  • Skills for Microbiologists 2 40 credits

Year 3

Compulsory modules

  • Research Tools and Applications 20 credits
  • Extended Research Project Preparation 20 credits
  • Advanced Topics in Microbiology 1 20 credits
  • Advanced Topics in Microbiology 2 20 credits
  • Advanced Topics in Microbiology 3 20 credits
  • Skills for Microbiologists 3 20 credits

Year 4

Compulsory modules

  • Extended Research Project 90 credits

Microbiology

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