Learn about the application of contemporary microbiology in health, food biosecurity and environmental sustainability to help address the world’s biggest challenges.

Biosciences research has a huge impact on helping people live longer and healthier lives. With the World Economic Forum identifying healthcare as one of the top 10 Global Challenges for 2030, there is a growing demand for specialists in this field.

This course provides you with a broad understanding of the molecular basis of biological systems, with a focus on microbes and their role in disease, developing new medicines, improving food biosecurity and environmental sustainability.

• IELTS: 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in all components
• The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): 62 with no less than 59 in any element
• TOEFL IBT: 90 overall with a minimum 21 in all 4 components

You will need to get your English language qualification within 24 months prior to starting your course.

If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.

This course provides an excellent background for those wishing to pursue careers in fields that aim to improve people’s lives. These include the international development, sustainability, humanitarian and peacebuilding sectors.

You will be qualified to work in a wide variety of roles, including social research, public policy, public information and campaigning.

Graduates from our suite of International Development master's courses have gone on to secure the following roles:

Senior Program Officer, Hashoo Foundation Relief Support Worker, United Response Analyst, Start Fund Bangladesh Programme Assistant, The Advocacy Team Fundraising Assistant, Refugee Cafe Director of Programmes for North West Syria, Mercy Corps Programme Specialist, African World Heritage Fund Operations and Finance Officer, The Washing Machine Project Local Ambassador to the World Trade Organisation

Other graduates have chosen to work for themselves and set up their own charities, while others have gone on to complete doctoral studies.

Careers in International Development: Where can a master's at Bath take you? We spoke to current international development student Ayushi, and alumni Olivera, Nasheeth, Keren, and Matthew about their careers in a range of interdisciplinary fields. These range from local aid management to UN ambassadorship. Watch the full video