BSc Medical Microbiology
University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
About this programme
In your first year of our BSc Medical Microbiology degree you'll gain a broad understanding of biomedical sciences, and take units covering microbiology and diseases caused by microorganisms. You'll also learn about the immune system and study pathology and biochemistry.In your second year, you'll study the cellular and molecular basis of human diseases caused by microorganisms, such as shigella and tuberculosis, and viruses, including SARS-CoV-2. You'll also expand your understanding of the immune response to a variety of infectious microbes and investigate how bacteria acquire antibiotic resistance.Our eBiolabs online resources will support your learning and help you prepare for practical laboratory sessions in your first and second years. You'll also have the opportunity to develop your transferable and employability skills in the Biomedical Research, Employability and Enterprise Skills unit in the second year.In your third year, you'll study units on infection and an optional unit. You'll also undertake a grant proposal or a research project, working in our research projects laboratory within the Biomedical Sciences Building or in one of the hospitals.Our four-year BSc Medical Microbiology with Study in Industry course is available via transfer after securing a placement during your second year.
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Field
- Medicine
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition
- £33,400 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time
Entry requirements
A-level standard offer: AAB | A-level contextual offer: BBB | Go to entry requirements for the full entry criteria and contextual offer eligibility.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (6)
- Black Futures ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Black Heart Scholarship ProgrammePartial funding · Check official website
- Bristol Think Big ScholarshipsPartial funding · Rolling, several rounds per year
- Think Big about Veterinary Science Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- University of Bristol BursaryLiving stipend · Claim by start of summer vacation each academic year