BSc Microbiology (3 Years)

Comments about BSc Microbiology (3 Years) - At the institution - Manchester - Greater Manchester

• Entry requirements
  Selected entry requirements English language: Either GCSE grade C, IELTS 6.5 (with not less than 6.5 in any component) or an equivalent qualification. A level: Grades AAB-BBB. This should include 2 science subjects, normally Biology and Chemistry (normally to be taken in one sitting). General Studies is welcomed, but is not normally included as part of the offer. AS level: 2 AS levels are acceptable in place of the third non-science A-level. GCSE: Minimum grade C in English Language and Mathematics. International baccalaureate: 35-32 points overall including 5 or 6 points in two sciences at Higher level, normally Biology and Chemistry. Additional entry requirements Additional entry requirements exist for this course. You may view these by selecting from the list below.
• Academic title
  BSc Microbiology
• Course description
  Course description
  Microbiology is the study of the biology of bacteria, viruses, protozoa and fungi. An understanding of these organisms has important implications for human health and disease and economic issues.
  
  Special features
  
  You can transfer between most life sciences degree programmes at the end of the first year, and sometimes after.
  
  You can opt on, or off, the Sandwich Year placement.
  Foundation Year available.
  
  Career opportunities
  
  A microbiology degree will lead to a range of careers. Every year a number of students go on to study for either a PhD or an MSc in a wide number of microbiology related disciplines. They may choose a career as a research scientist in the pharmaceutical, food, water or biotechnology industries. In the health service students may train to be a clinical research scientist or work in the hospital diagnostic service. Many other job options are possible as many companies employ their own microbiologist. Also, students may undertake a PGCE to lead onto a career in teaching