Medical Microbiology

In your first year, you will gain a broad understanding of biomedical sciences and take units in microbiology and diseases caused by microorganisms. In addition to learning about the immune system, you will also study pathology and biochemistry.

In year two you will study the cellular and molecular basis of human diseases caused by microorganisms, such as shigella and tuberculosis, and viruses including SARS-CoV-2. As well as learning about the immune response to a variety of infectious microbes, you will investigate how bacteria acquire antibiotic resistance.

Our eBiolabs online resources will help you prepare for practical laboratory sessions in the first and second year. You will also have the opportunity to develop your transferable and employability skills in the Biomedical Research, Employability and Enterprise Skills unit in the second year.

In your third year, you will take infection units and an optional unit. You will also undertake a grant proposal or a research project working in our research projects laboratory within the Biomedical Sciences Building or in one of the hospitals.

The four-year BSc Medical Microbiology with Study in Industry course is available via transfer after securing a placement during your second year.