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
Foundation Year - FZC018 Study Skills - FZC006 Biology - FZC007 Chemistry - FZC008 Biochemistry - FZC009 Mathematics - FZC010 Physics - 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
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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:
MB11
Institution code:
C30
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Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Foundation
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
64 UCAS points including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Applied Science. Pass Science Practical if applicable
64 UCAS points including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Applied Science. Pass Science Practical if applicable
64 UCAS points including 15 level 3 credits in Biology or Chemistry
Applied Science required
Applied Science required
Pass IB Diploma including 64 UCAS points from Higher Subjects, including HL Biology or Chemistry.
Applied Science required
64 UCAS points including Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or Applied Science. Pass Science Practical if applicable
Applied Science required
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Fees and funding
England
6000.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
6000.0
Year 1
Scotland
6000.0
Year 1
Wales
6000.0
Year 1
Channel Islands
6000.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Please note fees for the foundation year will be £6,000, and then £9,250 per year for the remainder of the course.
*subject only to annual increase in line with UK Retail Price Index inflation rate
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Preston
PR1 2HE
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