Course Summary

Our BSc Microbiology degree will equip you with a sound scientific grounding in microbiology and its applications in areas including biotechnology, environmental research, food security and human health. - We’ll prepare you for careers in a variety of sectors, including agricultural, commercial, environmental, industrial and medical settings - You’ll benefit from over 300 hours of practical classes, where you’ll develop a range of laboratory-based and theoretical skills underpinned by sound scientific practice. - As you progress through the course you’ll gain an understanding of how these skills can be applied to solving global health problems through biotechnological innovation. **Why study with us** - Develop advanced skills and techniques during 300+ hours of practical classes. - This course has been designed to meet the needs of industry employers. - Engage in interprofessional learning with other healthcare undergraduates.

Course Details - Modules

Year One - BL1013 Biosciences in Practice - BL1012 Essential Skills in Biosciences - BL1011 Fundamentals of Biosciences - Year Two - BL2018 Microbiology and Global Health - BL2013 Molecules to Cells - BL2011 Bioscience Practical Skills - Year Three (Optional Placement Year) BL2017 - Year Three or Year Four - BL3024 Microbial Biotechnology - BL3013 - Clinical Microbiology for Healthcare Science - BL3011 - Research Project

Course Details – Assessment Method

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Course Details – Professional Bodies

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How to Apply

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.

Application Codes

Course code: MB10

Institution code: C30

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.

International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

104-120 UCAS points at A2 including Chemistry or Biology at grade C. General Studies, Critical Thinking, and Citizenship and Communitu Studies not accepted

including A2 Chemistry or Biology at C

Our typical offer is 104-120 UCAS Points including Chemistry or Biology

104-120 UCAS points, including Chemistry or Biology at grade C.

104-120 UCAS Points including 15 credits at Level 3 in Chemistry or Biology Modules at Distinction

IApplied Science BTEC Modules - awarded 2016 onwards - must have 4 of the following; Physiology of Human Body Systems, Human Regulation and Reproduction, Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways, Genetics and Genetic Engineering, Diseases and Infections, Microbiology and Microbiological Techniques, Biomedical Science. Awarded prior to 2016 - must have 2 of the following: Fundamentals of Science , Physiology of Human Body Systems, Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction, Biochemistry and Biochemical Techniques, Microbiological Techniques, Chemistry for Biology Technicians, Genetics and Genetic Engineering, Practical Chemical Analysis, Biomedical Science Techniques, Chemical Laboratory Techniques, Diseases and Infections

Pass IB Diploma including 104-120 UCAS points from Higher Level subjects, including HL Biology or Chemistry at grade 5.

Applied Science BTEC Modules - awarded 2016 onwards - must have 4 of the following; Physiology of Human Body Systems, Human Regulation and Reproduction, Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways, Genetics and Genetic Engineering, Diseases and Infections, Microbiology and Microbiological Techniques, Biomedical Science. Awarded prior to 2016 - must have 2 of the following: Fundamentals of Science , Physiology of Human Body Systems, Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction, Biochemistry and Biochemical Techniques, Microbiological Techniques, Chemistry for Biology Technicians, Genetics and Genetic Engineering, Practical Chemical Analysis, Biomedical Science Techniques, Chemical Laboratory Techniques, Diseases and Infections

104-120 UCAS points, including Chemistry or Biology at grade H3.

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Minimum Qualification Requirements

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Unistats information

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Fees and funding

England 9250.0 Year 1
Northern Ireland 9250.0 Year 1
Scotland 9250.0 Year 1
Wales 9250.0 Year 1
Channel Islands 9250.0 Year 1

Additional Fee Information

*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate

Provider information

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Preston
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