Microbiology, BSc (Hons), University of Glasgow

About Microbiology, BSc (Hons) - at University of Glasgow

Microbiology is the study of all aspects of micro-organisms, which include bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi and protozoa. Micro-organisms are central to the developments that have taken place in genetic engineering and biotechnology and are responsible for infectious diseases and the maintenance of the biosphere.

What will I study?

In the first two years you will study general science and biology courses. In second year, you will be introduced to the study of micro-organisms, infection and immunity and practical microbiology. In addition, you will be able to choose from a wide range of other courses.

If you progress to Honours you will cover many aspects of microbiology with particular emphasis on infectious diseases and medical microbiology.

In third year you will study the spectrum of infectious diseases, immune responses and the biochemistry and molecular biology of micro-organisms and parasites. The third year is run as a joint course with the Parasitology and Virology degree programmes.

In fourth year you will choose from a range of specialised advanced courses of which at least two must be in microbiology. You will undertake a research project in your final year under the supervision of a researcher. Many of the projects are available in neighbouring institutions, for example in related departments, hospitals or local industries.

How will I learn?

Teaching is delivered through a combination of lectures, small group tutorials, seminars and lab work.

Special features

• You may be eligible to take a one-year work placement as an integral part of this degree programme, registering for an MSci degree in Microbiology. The placement year is normally spent doing research in industry or some other organisation in the UK or abroad.


• A field course at the Marine Biological Station at Millport in the Firth of Clyde provides practical training in aspects of epidemiology.


• You may have the opportunity to take an optional fieldwork course in marine microbiology.

Entry requirements for this course

Contact University of Glasgow to find course entry requirements.

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