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Microbiology
- 3 Study options
- Undergraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- University of East Anglia
Course summary
Course Overview
Why Microbiology at UEA?
Microbiology lies at the heart of some of the world’s biggest challenges—from tackling antibiotic resistance to driving innovation in energy production. Our cutting-edge BSc Microbiology degree equips you with the knowledge and practical experience needed to shape the future of science.
Why choose UEA
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Teaching excellence: Learn using a wide range of authentic assessments to support your development as a microbiologist
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Groundbreaking research: Study with internationally-recognised researchers in the Norwich Research Park and Centre for Microbial Interactions
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Build practical skills: Develop skills and contacts to support your future career
What is BSc Microbiology?
Explore the full spectrum of microbiology, from fundamental concepts to cutting-edge research in biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology. Tailor your studies to specialise in areas that match your interests. Design and carry out an extended research project, gaining valuable hands-on experience in scientific investigation.
At UEA, you’ll benefit from our enviable position as an integral partner of the Norwich Research Park (NRP).(opens in a new window) It’s home to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, and world-renowned research institutes the John Innes Centre(opens in a new window), the Sainsbury Laboratory(opens in a new window), the Earlham Institute(opens in a new window) and the Quadram Institute.(opens in a new window)
UEA is part of the Centre for Microbial Interactions. You’ll learn from world-leading experts tackling today’s global challenges, gaining insight into cutting-edge microbiology research. Before you arrive, you’ll access award-winning pre-arrival content to explore the campus, laboratories, and support available. Throughout your degree, you’ll build skills in data analysis, critical thinking, and communication, preparing you for a wide range of careers in microbiology and beyond.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Ways to study this course
Campuses
- Main Site
Study options
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • Placement (mandatory) • 4 Years
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • 3 Years
- Bachelor of Science (with Honours) • Full-Time • Time abroad (mandatory) • 4 Years
Start dates
Application codes
- Institution code:
- E14
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University of East Anglia UEA has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- E14
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
GCSE Requirements: GCSE English Language grade 4 or C and GCSE Mathematics grade 4 or C.
UEA are committed to ensuring that Higher Education is accessible to all, regardless of their background or experiences. One of the ways we do this is through our contextual admissions schemes – please see our website www.uea.ac.uk/apply/undergraduate/contextual-admissions for further information.
We welcome a wide range of qualifications - for further information please visit our website www.uea.ac.uk
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in each component). |
We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including speaking, listening, reading and writing). We will also accept a number of other English language qualifications. Please check our website for details https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencieshttps://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies
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.
This course may make contextual offers. This means that we use additional information to understand and recognise your potential to succeed at UEA. Using this insight, we could provide you with an offer with reduced entry requirements to study at UEA. You don’t need to do anything to be considered – if eligible we will process your contextual offer automatically, based on the data we hold in your application. We do not make contextual offers during clearing. Check our website for eligibility.
International entry requirements
We accept many international qualifications for entry to this course. For specific details about your country, view our information for International Students https://www.uea.ac.uk/study/international-students/country-map
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.
This course may have Historical entry grades data available, please select a course option to view.
Course optionsFees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £10050 | |
| International | £29300 |
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
Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. Fees for continuing students (i.e. those on courses of greater than one year in length) will normally increase annually. This increase will not exceed 4% or the % increase of the UK Government regulated fee whichever is higher. The fee increase is based on the fee for the year that you register. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.
Course contact details
Admissions Service
Email:admissions@uea.ac.uk
Phone:01603 591515
University of East Anglia UEA
Norwich Research Park
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