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MBiol Microbiology

Aberystwyth University

Institution
Aberystwyth University
Level
undergraduate
Subject
Microbiology
Duration
4 years
UCAS code
C509
Typical offer
A-level ABB, IB 32

Entry requirements

A level: ABB-BBB with B in Biology or Human Biology IB: 32-30 points overall with 6 points in Biology at Higher Level

About this course

MBiol in Microbiology, covering the study of microorganisms and their roles in health, disease, agriculture, and the environment. Core topics include Laboratory Techniques and Research Methods. Practical modules run in Years One and Two, with an advanced research project forming one third of the final year.

Modules

  • Cell Biology
  • Ecology and Conservation
  • Genetics, Evolution and Diversity
  • Skills for Biologists
  • Biological chemistry
  • Disease Diagnosis and Control
  • Microbial Diversity and Disease
  • Microbial and Plant Diversity
  • Environmental Microbiology and Monitoring
  • One Health Microbiology
  • Practical and Professional Skills in Microbiology
  • Research Methods
  • Applied Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics
  • Cell and Cancer Biology
  • Immunology
  • Proteins and Enzymes
  • Biotechnology
  • Microbial Pathogenesis
  • Research Project
  • Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics
  • Molecular Pharmacology
  • Terrestrial Ecology Fieldcourse
  • Veterinary Infectious Diseases
  • Field and Laboratory Techniques
  • Frontiers in the Biosciences
  • Infection and Immunity
  • MBiol Research Project