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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C502
Microbiology with Professional Experience
University of ReadingReading, England
4 yearsDuration
£30,650Per Year (Intl)
£24,500Avg. Graduate Salary
85%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in biological sciences with the BSc (Hons) Microbiology with Professional Experience at University of Reading. Based in Reading, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Expand your knowledge of some of the planet's most dominant life forms, and take part in research projects with a global impact on this BSc Microbiology with Professional Experience course. As part of the UK's oldest microbiology department you can develop laboratory skills in purpose-built microbiology facilities and be taught by world-leading experts, with particular strengths in virology and bacteriology. 97% of School of Biological Sciences students said teaching staff are good at explaining things (National Student Survey 2024, 97.31% of responders). International tuition fees are £30,650 per year, 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 86% student satisfaction rating, a 92% continuation rate, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Microbial Physiology and Genetics
Bacteriology and Virology
Immunology and Host-Microbe Interactions
Medical Microbiology
Environmental Microbiology
Food Microbiology and Safety
Microbial Ecology and Biotechnology
Research Project and Professional Placement
UCAS Code:C502
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | ABB - BBB ABB with B in Biology. Or BBB with B in Biology and a second science. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. |
| International Baccalaureate | 30 - 32 points 32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level. Or 30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level. Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£30,650
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£122,600
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.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Reading
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £23,000 | £24,500 | £27,000 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £22,500 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £29,000 | £36,000 |
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▼ 12% below UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£25,500
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 14% above UK average salary
This course
£29,000
UK average
£25,500
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,500 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
80%Working
10%Studying
10%Work & Study
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-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
82%
Overall
Teaching on my course
85%Learning opportunities
87%Assessment and feedback
76%Academic support
79%Organisation and management
88%Learning resources
80%Student voice
78%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
90%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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