Microbiology (MSc)

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Birkbeck, University of London

Comments about Microbiology (MSc) - At the institution - London - Greater London

• Objectives
  This degree is designed for people who want to learn about the nature of microbes – and how to work with them. It is also suitable for microbiologists who want to update and expand their knowledge. You will be introduced to the wide variety of micro-organisms present in the world – in particular, bacteria, fungi and parasites – and learn how to handle, examine and study the inter-relationships of these micro-organisms with plants and animals.
• Entry requirements
  Entry requirements Second-class honours degree in a science-based subject, or the equivalent. Other professional qualifications and relevant work experience also taken into account.
• Academic title
  Microbiology (MSc)
• Course description
  The degree consists of lectures and practicals, with a research project in the second year.
  
  Topics include: bacterial pathogenicity (survival of bacteria in animals and how they may damage their hosts); how humans can protect against bacterial diseases; bacteriology (what bacteria are, how they grow, how we tell them apart); bacterial taxonomy; immune responses to disease; mycology (what fungi are, how they grow, their importance to the biosphere and as pathogens of animal and man); molecular microbiology (modern molecular biological techniques); statistics (statistical analysis for quantification and comparison of data); design of experiments; parasitology and virology (structure, growth and control of parasites).
  
  Teaching
  Lectures, practicals, seminars and projects. You will be encouraged to use College computing services, and some courses will involve using computer packages and the Internet. A laboratory-based research project is an integral part of this degree.
  
  Assessment
  Coursework is presented throughout the two years, with written, unseen examinations at the end of the degree. You will also be required to submit a written project report.
  

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