MSc Medical Microbiology

Upon graduation, you may go on to work in a broad range of fields including: medical or pharmaceutical research, clinical trials, public health and epidemiology, academia research, medical writing/science journalism, education, or patent law. Alternatively, you may also use the MSc medical Microbiology to underpin an application to study for a research degree such as MRes, MSc by Research, or a PhD in a related field.

The normal entry requirements for the programme are:

A first or second class Honours Degree in Biosciences or Biological Chemistry with a final classification grade of a minimum 55%; or
A professional qualification accepted as equivalent to the above; or
A qualification in veterinary science, medicine or dentistry; or
A first or second class Honours Degree in disciplines other than those described above but where the applicant, in the opinion of the Programme Leader, would benefit from, and succeed on, the programme

Subject to validation, this course will be accrediated by the Royal Society for Biology Accreditation.

Why choose this course?
You’ll be taught by expert staff in medical microbiology, who have worked in academic research, clinical research, the NHS, and the biopharmaceuticals sector
You’ll benefit from pioneering guest lecturers from academia and industry
Our modern Science Building provides excellent facilities for laboratory work, including QPCR, cell culture, protein analysis, isolated tissue studies and immunohistochemistry
Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to work in a wide range of roles in the medical microbiology and biotechnology industries
We adopt a blended learning approach to teaching, focussing on problem-based scenarios so you can develop strong critical analysis skills. You’ll have substantial exposure to practical techniques and guaranteed laboratory-based research projects.
The course is also offered as a part-time option if you are already in employment and wish to broaden your knowledge of medical microbiology with support from your employer.