Microbiology BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at University of Central Lancashire, based in Preston, taught full-time over 3 years. Typical A-level entry is See entry requirements.
A-Level Entry
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Typical offer · UCAS
UCAS Points
104 - 120 points
Typical offer · UCAS
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
Career Prospects
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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
2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ