
Course Overview
Offered by Nottingham Trent University, the MSc Molecular Microbiology provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in physical sciences. Based in Nottingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. This course aims to provide students with a strong grounding in microbial genetics and molecular biology, through the exploration of microbial structure, physiology, and behaviour at the molecular level. International tuition fees are £14,500 per year, home/UK fees are £8,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, and 79% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Entry requirements UK students Academic entry requirements: 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in a biological subject.Applicants with relevant employment experience or qualifications will also be considered. Additional requirements Additional requirements for UK students There are no additional requirements for this course. Other qualifications and experienceWe welcome applications from students with non-standard qualifications and learning backgrounds and work experience. We consider credit tran |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 62 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£14,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£8,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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About Nottingham Trent University
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