Molecular Microbiology

    Molecular Microbiology

    Duration1 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 27,837 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
    Molecular Microbiology

    About

    Course summary

    • Undertake taught modules alongside an extended research project in a professional lab.
    • Explore the fundamental principles that underpin environmental, industrial and medical microbiology.
    • Learn how microorganisms cause disease and interact with the immune system and what practical steps can be taken to prevent and treat these conditions.
    • Consider how bacteria and fungi can be used as tools in a diverse range of industries.
    • Develop and enhance your laboratory skills from experimental design, through utilisation of pertinent techniques, to interpretation of results.

    This course has been designed to respond to the increasing need for highly skilled microbiologists across a range of industries. You'll undertake the critical task of translating basic laboratory medical research into clinical and commercial applications

    Undertake an extended research project in industry-standard labs with real research groups, gaining the knowledge and skills you need to work in microbiology.

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    A 2:1 in a relevant Honours degree is normally accepted as the entry requirement for the course. Applicants with alternative qualifications with academic attainment or skills in subjects which are directly relevant to the course will also be considered.

    To be successful on this course, you must have relevant practical laboratory experience. Details of your laboratory experience must be specifically detailed in your personal statement and verified by one of your referees.

    If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent.

    Career

    Future careers

    This course prepares you for a career in

    • academic research
    • the industrial biotechnology sector
    • the health biotechnology sector
    • the pharmaceutical industry
    • food and beverage industries
    • preparation for a PhD

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    27,837 / year

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    Applicants from the UK can apply at any time. There are no deadlines for masters courses, but courses do fill up, so you might have to wait for the next entry.

    For international applicants the next deadline for postgraduate courses starting in September 2024 is 16 August 2024. 

    Other key dates for international applicants starting a postgraduate course in September 2024:

    • Deposit deadline – 6 September 2024
    • Confirmation of Acceptance for Studies (CAS) deadline – 11 September 2024 

    Applications for January 2025 postgraduate courses are now open to international applicants.

    Getting an offer

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    Other postgraduate courses

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    Molecular Microbiology
    Sheffield Hallam University
    Sheffield Hallam University
    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Sheffield

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