IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification.
Build on your existing biomedical sciences knowledge and skills to become a specialist in medical microbiology. You will have the opportunity to experience a range of techniques across microbiology, and the topics you will study, from the role of microbiology in medicine to molecular microbiology and epidemiology, will give you specialist knowledge and a variety of skills applicable to a range of careers in the field of biomedical sciences and microbiology.
This course will be delivered through independent laboratory research and expert lectures. You will complete a range of activities and assignments, including group projects that will mirror the work environment by requiring you to work effectively as part of a laboratory team and produce reports to detail your findings.
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Modules
Preparation for the MSc research project
Science Communication
Advanced Practical Skills in Biomedical Science
Epidemiology
Immunology
Professional Development
Advanced Medical Genetics
Molecular Microbiology
Medical Microbiology
Extended Lab Week
Research Project
You will be able to apply for practical laboratory-based roles, such as a research, diagnostic or healthcare scientist, and you will also be well placed should you want to apply for the NHS Scientist Training Programme. You could work for an organisation such as Public Health England, contributing to scientific research aimed at improving the health of the nation. You will also be thoroughly prepared for doctoral-level study.
Researcher
Clinical microbiologist
Research technician
Health Insurance_fee: £300/year
