Microbiology

Birkbeck, University of London
Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year Biology

About this course

Our MSc Microbiology is a research-based degree, providing you with essential training in scientific research methodology and data analysis, as well as specific scientific techniques appropriate to the research microbiologist.

The course draws from our research strengths and expertise in cell biology of infectious diseases, host-parasite relationships and drug discovery across a wide range of infectious pathogens/bacteriology and parasitology. You will undertake a research project in the laboratories of internationally recognised researchers.

Highlights

  • Designed for people who want to learn about the nature of microbes - and how to work with them.

  • Also suitable for microbiologists who want to update and expand their knowledge.

  • In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), in a joint submission with UCL, Biological Sciences at Birkbeck were ranked 11th in the UK, with a research environment supporting world-leading and internationally excellent research.

    Careers and employability

    Graduates can pursue career paths in the NHS or wider health sector, including laboratory-based positions, or in public health settings. Possible professions include:

  • microbiologist

  • biomedical scientist

  • research scientist (life sciences)

  • clinical research associate

  • science writer

  • higher education lecturer

  • scientific laboratory technician.

    We offer a comprehensive careers service - Careers and Enterprise - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.

    • Study Options

    This course is available in 2 study options:

    Part-time

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: London

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 1 Year

    Qualification: MSc

    Location: London

    Career Prospects

    Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    MSc
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    1 Year
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    London
    Scheme
    Postgraduate
    Subjects
    Biology

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    Birkbeck, University of London

    London

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