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Master of Molecular Microbiology
Master of Molecular Microbiology

Master of Molecular Microbiology

  • ID:SHU440419
  • Level:Master's Degree
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Admission Requirements

Entry Requirement

The following qualifications will be considered for entry on to postgraduate taught programmes

  • a first degree or professional qualification recognised as being equivalent to degree standard
  • an HND or higher education diploma with substantial work experience in an appropriate field
  • successful completion of a recognised pre-Masters course

Normally you need

  •  a 2.2 degree or equivalent in an appropriate subject or significant relevant experience
  • appropriate study plans, including an indication of possible project topics and clear, appropriate and realistic learning aims
  • a high level of creative ability, as evidenced by a portfolio of work
  • ability to discuss design issues critically and confidently

English Requirement: 

If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent. If your level of English language is currently below IELTS 6.0 we recommend you consider an appropriate Sheffield Hallam University Pre-sessional English course which will enable you to achieve the required level of English.

Qualification Result required
IELTS for UKVI* IELTS for UKVI* 6.0
Listening: minimum level 5.5
Speaking: minimum level 5.5
Reading: minimum level 5.5
Writing: minimum level 5.5
TOEFL Internet based (including TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition) 79
Listening: minimum level 17
Speaking: minimum level 20
Reading: minimum level 18
Writing: minimum level 17
Pearson 52
Listening: minimum level 51
Speaking: minimum level 51
Reading: minimum level 51
Writing: minimum level 51
Duolingo 95-100
Password Solo 6.0
Listening: minimum level 5.5
Speaking: minimum level 5.5
Reading: minimum level 5.5
Writing: minimum level 5.5
Cambridge IGCSE English as a First Language (Syllabus 0500 and 0522) Grade C
Listening: minimum Grade D (0522) or 2 (0500)
Speaking: minimum Grade D (0522) or 2 (0500)
Reading: minimum Grade E
Writing: minimum Grade E
Cambridge IGCSE English as a Second Language (Syllabus 0510 and 0511) Grade C
Listening: minimum Grade A
Speaking: minimum Grade C (0511) or 2 (0510)
Reading: minimum Grade D
Writing: minimum Grade D
Cambridge English C1 Advanced (Formerly: Certificate in Advanced English) Grade C
Listening: minimum score 162
Speaking: minimum score 162
Reading: minimum score 162
Writing: minimum score 162
City and Guilds International ESOL Diploma Communicator Level
Listening: minimum score 15/30
Speaking: minimum score 6/12
Reading: minimum score 15/30
Writing: minimum score 12/24
Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB) Score 80
Michigan Test: Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) Pass
IGSE English as a Second Language Grade C or above
Completion of Sheffield Hallam University pre-sessional English course Pass

Course Information

  • Explore the fundamental principles that underpin environmental, industrial and medical microbiology.

  • Learn how microorganisms cause disease and interact with the immune system and what practical steps can be taken to prevent and treat these conditions.

  • Consider how bacteria and fungi can be used as tools in a diverse range of industries.

  • Develop and enhance your laboratory skills from experimental design, through utilisation of pertinent techniques, to interpretation of results.

This course has been designed to respond to the increasing need for highly skilled microbiologists across a range of industries. You'll undertake the critical task of translating basic laboratory medical research into clinical and commercial applications.

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You experience a vibrant, challenging and supportive range of learning activities as you progress through the course. The overall aim of the programme is to give you sound preparation for a career in microbiology.

This course covers subjects such as diagnosis, understanding, treatment, and prognosis of disease, and biotechnology applications such as the production of drugs, environmental bioremediation.

Practical skills are developed throughout the course and you gain experience in molecular microbiology and other related techniques]\. All practical classes are led by academic staff whose research incorporates the latest microbiological and biotechnological techniques.

You learn through

  • lectures and seminars
  • workshops and tutorials
  • laboratory classes
  • a research project
  • experience days
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Pre Courses

Course dates

Course length

Course

IELTS for UKVI* score required by your degree

Current IELTS for UKVI* Score

Fees

18/05/20-28/08/20

 

 

15 weeks

Online Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes

6

4.5
(minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

£4,350

6.5

5.0
(minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

7

5.5
(minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

08/06/20-28/08/20

12 weeks

Online Pre-sessional English
for Academic Purposes

6.0

5
(minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

£2,900

6.5

5.5
(minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

7

6
(minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

13/07/20-28/08/20

7 weeks

Online Pre-sessional English
for Academic Purposes

6.0

5.5
(minimum of 5.0 in all skills)

£1,550

6.5

6
(minimum of 5.0 in all skills)

7.0

6.5
(minimum of 5.0 in all skills)

28/09/20–04/12/20

10 weeks

Autumn Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes

6.0

5 (minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

£3,100

6.5

5.5 (minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

7.0

6 (minimum of 4.5 in all skills)

02/11/20–04/12/20

5 weeks

Autumn Pre-sessional English for Academic Purposes

6.0

5.5 (minimum of 5.0 in all skills)

 

6.5

6 (minimum of 5.0 in all skills)

7.0

6.5 (minimum of 5.0 in all skills)

 

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Pathway Courses

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Career Opportunity

Career Opportunity

This course prepares you for a career in

  • academic research
  • the industrial biotechnology sector
  • the health biotechnology sector
  • PhD study
  • the pharmaceutical industry
  • food and beverage industries

Ability to settle

Overseas Student Health Cover

Insurance - Single:$300GBP/year

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