Microbiology and Molecular Biology
Manchester Metropolitan UniversityCourse Overview
The BSc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology at Manchester Metropolitan University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Manchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. Explore a fascinating area of biology: a microscopic world inhabited by single-celled organisms which drives all other facets of the natural world. While rooted in the fundamental theories of biological science, our BSc (Hons) Microbiology and Molecular Biology degree is also designed with practical applications in mind. As you progress, you will find a real emphasis on the environmental, industrial, clinical and research applications of microbiology and molecular biology and study current techniques, such as next-generation DNA sequencing technology and biotechnology. International tuition fees are £21,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,000 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC To include grade C in one of the following subjects: Biology (with Pass in Practical Assessment), Human Biology, or two other science A levels (Geography, Environmental Sciences, Chemistry, Physics, Maths) with a grade C or above in at least one. |
| International Baccalaureate | 26 points To include HL 5 in Biology and HL 4 or SL 5 in English and Mathematics. |
| UCAS Points | 104 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£21,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Manchester Metropolitan University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £20,000 | £24,000 | £26,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £22,000 | £26,500 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £26,500 | £34,000 |
UK subject average: £25,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
Salary trend: ↑ up £4,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
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Student Satisfaction
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