Explore a fascinating area of biology: a microscopic world inhabited by single-celled organisms which drives all other facets of the natural world. While rooted in the fundamental theories of biological science, our BSc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology degree is also designed with practical applications in mind. As you progress, you’ll find a real emphasis on the environmental, industrial, clinical and research applications of microbiology and molecular biology and study current techniques, such as next-generation DNA sequencing technology and biotechnology.
Study microbiology and molecular biology at Manchester Met and you’ll learn about how biomolecules enable cells to function, the genetics of microorganisms, biotechnology and environmental microbiology. You will explore specialist aspects within the subject as you progress, with the opportunity to specialise in areas like molecular biology, genetics, bioinformatics and microbial ecology.
Along the way, you’ll develop a valuable set of skills in our laboratories, with an emphasis on how to apply the tools and techniques within biotechnological, medical and environmental microbiology.
**FEATURES AND BENEFITS:**
- You can take the four-year route, spending a year studying abroad in Europe, North America or Australia, or boosting your career prospects with a 9-12 month placement. This is subject to national and international travel restrictions.
- Learn in specialist laboratories, including our dedicated microbiology and cell/molecular biology labs, DNA-sequencing lab and industry standard analytical suite, all giving you hands-on experience of advanced analysis techniques.
- Emphasis on the environmental, industrial, clinical and research applications of cells and molecules, with the flexibility to focus on selected aspects of microbiology and molecular biology according to your special interests.
- Manchester is on the doorstep of the Peak District National Park and within two hours’ drive of three other National Parks, making it an ideal location to study biology.
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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
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Standard Qualification Requirements
To include grade C in one of the following subjects: Biology (with Pass in Practical Assessment), Human Biology and Applied Science.
Pass Access to HE Diploma in Science with a minimum score of 106 UCAS Tariff points.
To include HL 5 in Biology and HL 4 or SL 5 in English and Mathematics.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (1080) in Applied Science
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) in Applied Science
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma in Forensic and Criminal Investigation
GCSE grade C/4 or above in English Language or Pass in Level 2 Functional Skills English
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GCSE grade C/4 or above in Mathematics or Pass in Level 2 Functional Skills Mathematics
The level 2 requirements may also be met through the level 3 course requirements for the course; please contact the University directly if you require further information.
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