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Microbiology and Immunology with Integrated Master's

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Course summary

Position yourself at the forefront of scientific innovation with our four-year Microbiology and Immunology with Integrated Master's. From the intricate world of microscopic life and human immune responses to the complex interplays that result in disease or remission, you will gain the cutting-edge laboratory techniques, advanced problem-solving, research and communication and skills to pursue a research career, work in industry or the wider bioscience sector.

Why choose this course?

  • Gain master's level skills in experimental design, critical analysis of scientific data and modern research techniques

  • Design and conduct an in-depth extended research project including formulating a complete research strategy and producing a grant proposal

  • Enhance your employability skills with our comprehensive programme of academic and professional development workshops

  • Hone your communication skills by presenting outcomes of your final year project as a research article and delivering an oral presentation and poster at our MSci research conference

  • This programme has been awarded interim advanced accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology

Our integrated master's programme combines a robust foundation in microbiology and immunology, with an expansive exploration of contemporary biological sciences. Throughout the programme you'll delve into cutting-edge research areas, gaining profound insights into molecular biology, intricate biological mechanisms, and complex host-pathogen interactions.

The curriculum comprehensively covers the biology, biochemistry, and physiology of microorganisms—including viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites—while examining the immune system's critical role in defending against pathogenic infections.

Our approach emphasises understanding intricate interactions between microorganisms and their hosts, investigating disease mechanisms, and developing innovative diagnostic and therapeutic strategies.

About Keele

Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.

We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.

Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.

Modules

Course Modules

For a list of indicative modules please visit the course page on the Keele University website.

Ways to study this course

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Study options

  • Master in Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (optional) • 5 Years
  • Master in Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (optional) • Time abroad (optional) • 5 Years
  • Master in Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 4 Years

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Application codes

Institution code:
K12

Keele University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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Application codes

Institution code:
K12

This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
ABB

ABB in three A Levels including B in two Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List (please see the Keele website)

T Level
D

Distinction in any of the following T Levels: Health, Healthcare Science, Science

UCAS Tariff
Offer: 128

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 30 Merit: 15

128 UCAS points in a Computing, Engineering, Health, Nursing, Medicine, Science, or Sports Access to HE Diploma including Distinction in at least 30 Level 3 credits and Merit in at least 15 Level 3 credits

GCSE/National 4/National 5

You will also need: 4 / C in GCSE Maths or Level 2 Functional Skills Maths, plus an English language qualification (see the Keele website)

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 32

655 in Higher Levels including 5 in two Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List at Higher Level, or 32 points including 5 in two Higher Level Science subjects from the Keele Defined Sciences List (please see the Keele website)

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM

DDM in any of the following BTEC Extended Diplomas / National Extended Diplomas:
Applied Science
Applied Biomedical Science
Forensic and Criminal Investigation
Health and Social Care
Sport and Exercise Science

https://www.keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/undergraduatecourses/microbiologyandimmunologywithintegratedmasters/#entry-reqs

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

When we consider an application we take into account a wide range of information, including the context in which an applicant has gained their qualifications, work experience (paid or unpaid), extra-curricular activities and personal circumstances. A number of our applicants offer a combined portfolio or additional qualifications and these will also be taken into account. In some instances, we may make an alternative offer which will differ from the published grades.

Learn more on the Keele University website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please note, our fees for 2027 entry will be available soon. Although we review our fees annually and these may change, our 2026 entry fees are detailed on our course pages, and a summary is available on our website: keele.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/tuitionfeesandfunding/undergraduatetuitionfees/

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