MSci Microbiology 48 months Undergraduate Program By Queen's University Belfast |Top Universities
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Program Duration

48 monthsProgram duration

Tuitionfee

25,300 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

30 Jun, 2025Application Deadline

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSci

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Microbiology is the study of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa and viruses, and is of immense importance in relation to the environment, agriculture and food, biomedical sciences and biotechnology. Graduates in microbiology are therefore highly sought after in these fields. Microbiology is very central to many aspects of the biological sciences, from pure research to diverse industrial, medical and environmental applications.



Microorganisms play major roles in the diseases of man, animals and plants. Microbiologists have been central to their diagnosis and in combating such diseases through the discovery of effective therapies.



Microorganisms also play a central role in the biosphere, through global environmental processes and recycling of elements and waste products.



In biotechnology and synthetic biology, microbes are also crucial in the manufacture of beverages, pharmaceuticals, biofuels and many other useful products.

Program overview

Main Subject

Biological Sciences

Degree

MSci

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

Microbiology is the study of bacteria, fungi, algae, protozoa and viruses, and is of immense importance in relation to the environment, agriculture and food, biomedical sciences and biotechnology. Graduates in microbiology are therefore highly sought after in these fields. Microbiology is very central to many aspects of the biological sciences, from pure research to diverse industrial, medical and environmental applications.



Microorganisms play major roles in the diseases of man, animals and plants. Microbiologists have been central to their diagnosis and in combating such diseases through the discovery of effective therapies.



Microorganisms also play a central role in the biosphere, through global environmental processes and recycling of elements and waste products.



In biotechnology and synthetic biology, microbes are also crucial in the manufacture of beverages, pharmaceuticals, biofuels and many other useful products.

Admission Requirements

85+
1290+
34+
6.5+
90+
62+
176+

In addition, to the entrance requirements above, it is essential that you read our guidance on 'How we choose our students' prior to submitting your UCAS application.

30 Jun 2025
4 Years
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic Students

4,855 GBP
-

International Students

25,300 GBP
-

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