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UndergraduateMaster of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C505

Microbiology MSci

University of Birmingham
Birmingham, England
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4 yearsDuration
£9,790Per Year (Home)
£27,000Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Offered by University of Birmingham, the Msci (Hon) Microbiology MSci provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in biological sciences. Based in Birmingham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Discover the science behind microscopic life with our Microbiology MSci at Birmingham. Combining cell biology, genetic engineering and infection biology you explore how animals, plants, and microorganisms function and interact, preparing you to tackle global challenges. By combining hands-on training with essential skills, we ensure you excel in your career. Home/uk fees are £9,790 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 91% student satisfaction rating, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Microbial Physiology and Metabolism
Molecular Genetics and Gene Expression
Immunology and Host-Pathogen Interactions
Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology
Microbial Ecology and Environmental Microbiology
Advanced Microbiology Research Methods
Infection Biology and Antimicrobial Resistance
Specialised Microbiology Project
UCAS Code:C505
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAA

To include A Level Biology/Human Biology and a second science: Chemistry, Mathematics (or Further Mathematics or Statistics), Physics, Geography, Geology, Psychology Specified subjects excluded for entry: General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies, Applied Science, Communication and Culture, Critical Studies, Global Perspectives, Science in Society, Use of Maths and World Development. Minimum of five GCSEs to include Mathematics, English and double award Science at grade 4/C. The typical offer for the MSci course is higher than that for the corresponding three year BSc degree course. However, all candidates who firmly accept the offer as their first choice will be automatically offered a place on the corresponding BSc course should they fail to meet the MSci offer while meeting the standard offer.

International Baccalaureate

32 points

6, 6, 6 in Higher Level subjects plus 32 points overall. Higher Level subjects need to include the required subjects as defined for the A Level qualification.

UCAS Points144

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.5666.56.5
PTE Academic67————

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

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Home Student Fee

£9,790

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Plus, take a bespoke Research Developments and Funding module and one advanced third-year module. Each academic year consists of 120 credits, typically divided into 20-credit modules. English language requirements If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification or a Presessional English course. £9,790 per year for domestic (UK) students for 2026/27 More about tuiti

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Birmingham

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£24,000£27,000£32,500
3 years£22,000£27,000£34,500
5 years£28,500£35,500£46,000

UK subject average: £25,500 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£27,000
UK average
£25,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 39% above UK average salary
This course
£35,500
UK average
£25,500

Salary trend: ↑ up £8,500 from year 3 to year 5

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-01-04 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

70%Working
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject area average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
85%
Learning opportunities
82%
Assessment and feedback
69%
Academic support
84%
Organisation and management
67%
Learning resources
90%
Student voice
68%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
96%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: Subject-group average for this provider

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About University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham offers Microbiology MSci as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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