MSc Microbiology

The Microbiology course at Northumbria University is designed for budding microbiologists or biotechnologists, aiming to prepare them with a strong foundation in scientific knowledge. This course offers hands-on laboratory skills, theoretical understanding, and the opportunity for work experience in an industrial or NHS laboratory.Course Content: The course curriculum includes modules on basic biology, microbial genetics, and biochemistry, combined with the practical aspects of clinical and environmental microbiology. It also encompasses advanced topics like Interventions in Clinical Microbiology and Applied and Industrial Microbiology.Key Modules: Key modules offered in this course include Natural Products Microbiology, Advanced Microbiology, Communicable Disease and Public Health, and Horizons in Biomedical Sciences.Accreditations: The Microbiology course at Northumbria University is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).Future Careers: After completing this course, students are well-equipped to pursue careers in research and industry, including biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical organisations, and labs. They can also continue further studies in the field of microbial biotechnology.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.