Bachelor of Science (BSc)

BSc Microbiology

Study the biology of bacteria, viruses, protozoa and fungi, with a focus on those that cause disease in humans.

  • Duration: 3 years
  • Year of entry: 2025
  • UCAS course code: C500 / Institution code: M20
  • Key features:
  • Study abroad

Full entry requirementsHow to apply

Course overview

  • Learn lab techniques used in biomedical research.
  • Be introduced to a wide range of biological sciences topics in Year 1, before choosing more specialist course units in later years.
  • Improve your employability by taking this course with an integrated master's, industrial/professional experience, entrepreneurship or a modern language.

A study experience that makes a difference

We place social responsibility at the heart of your learning which means you can take advantage of unique ways to make a difference while studying with us, through your course or through extra-curricular activities.

  • Complete our Ethical Grand Challenges to learn how you can create a better world and become more socially responsible.
  • Work with an external organisation to tackle real-world sustainability problems through our University Living Lab.
  • Discover subjects that broaden your horizon with our interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Every course at Manchester contributes towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, so no matter what you're studying you'll be playing an active role in the protection of people and planet.

You will explore the following goals in your course:

  • Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Open days

Attending an open day is a great way to find out what studying at Manchester is like. Find out about our upcoming open days.

We also operate campus tours where a student ambassador will tell you all about life at the University. You may also meet with admissions staff, subject to staff availability. These tours run on most days and are open to anybody thinking of applying for any of our courses in biosciences.

To book, please email the Admissions Office at least two weeks before you wish to have a tour to allow us sufficient time to arrange this ug.biosciences@manchester.ac.uk

Contact details

School/Faculty
Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health
Telephone
+44 (0)161 529 4539
Email
Website
https://www.bmh.manchester.ac.uk/biology
School/Faculty overview
Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

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