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Medical Microbiology

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Clifton Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

In your first year, you will gain a broad understanding of biomedical sciences and take units in microbiology and diseases caused by microorganisms. In addition to learning about the immune system, you will also study pathology and biochemistry.In year two you will study the cellular and molecular basis of human diseases caused by microorganisms, such as shigella and tuberculosis, and viruses including SARS-CoV-2. As well as learning about the immune response to a variety of infectious microbes, you will investigate how bacteria acquire antibiotic resistance.Our eBiolabs online resources will help you prepare for practical laboratory sessions in the first and second year. You will also have the opportunity to develop your transferable and employability skills in the Biomedical Research, Employability and Enterprise Skills unit in the second year.In your third year, you will take infection units and an optional unit. You will also undertake a grant proposal or a research project working in our research projects laboratory within the Biomedical Sciences Building or in one of the hospitals.The four-year BSc Medical Microbiology with Study in Industry course is available via transfer after securing a placement during your second year.

Tuition fees

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£ 33,400per year

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University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    17th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Beacon House, Queens Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biomedical Sciences

    14th out of 87 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 214
    159 74%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    50th

    16

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    70th

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