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Virology and Immunology BSc (Hons)

University of Bristol

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Years one and two provide a broad background in biomedical science as well as information about viruses and the diseases they cause.You will study the immune system and how it controls infection. You will also learn about autoimmune diseases that can occur if the immune system attacks the body's own tissues rather than an infectious agent.In your final year, you will review the main viral diseases of humankind in terms of their natural history, biology, molecular biology, immunology, pathogenesis and epidemiology. These include HIV, hepatitis B and C, papilloma, influenza, measles and coronaviruses, among others.You will learn about cutting-edge issues in virology and immunology, including emerging viruses such as the SARS-CoV-2, Marburg and Ebola viruses.You will also learn about the problems associated with the production of vaccines. You will normally work on a research project in either virology or immunology.The four-year BSc Virology and Immunology with Study in Industry is available by transfer after securing a placement during the second year.

Application deadline

29 January

Tuition fees

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£ 32,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : BBB - AAB

Standard offer: AAB including Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject.Contextual offer: BBB including Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject.Please visit: bristol.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/entry-requirements-qualifications/contextual-offers/ for more information about contextual offers.

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University information

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

University of Bristol

  • University League Table

    16th

  • Campus address

    University of Bristol, Beacon House, Queen’s Road, Bristol, Bristol, BS8 1QU, England

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Bristol is one of the UK's leading research universities, with a curriculum informed by the latest research and degrees taught by expert academics.
Over a quarter of Bristol students are international, with students from more than 150 countries helping to create a friendly and diverse community.
The Careers Service offers advice, events and resources for international students during their studies and for up to three years after graduation.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    9th out of 94 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    168 74%

    16th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    16th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    21st

    5

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