Microbiology

University of Central Lancashire
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Biology

A-Level Entry

See entry requirements

UCAS Points

104 - 120 points

About this course

Course Overview

Our BSc Microbiology degree will equip you with a sound scientific grounding in microbiology and its applications in areas including biotechnology, environmental research, food security and human health.

Why study with us

  • Develop advanced skills and techniques during 300+ hours of practical classes.

  • This course has been designed to meet the needs of industry employers.

  • Engage in interprofessional learning with other healthcare undergraduates.

    What you'll do

  • In your final year you’ll undertake an extended research project which will allow you to apply your knowledge and practical skills to an in-depth study.

  • Opportunities to engage in patient public engagement through our Comensus patient group.

  • You'll have access to state-of-the-art biotechnology equipment in our laboratories including microscopes, cell culture, sequencing and molecular biology facilities.

    Future careers

    Your Microbiology Degree could lead to work as microbiologist, a biomedical scientist or a researcher in laboratories across the world with further study.

  • Entry Requirements

    A-Level Grades See entry requirements
    UCAS Tariff Points 104 - 120 points
    BTEC DMM - DDM

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

    3111 Laboratory technicians
    3119 Science, engineering and production technicians
    2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
    1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
    2112 Biological scientists
    9112 Forestry and related workers

    Course Details

    Qualification
    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    3 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Preston
    Scheme
    Undergraduate
    Subjects
    Biology