Program Overview
The Clinical Microbiology at Queen Mary University of London is a MSc programme in Natural Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of natural sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Clinical Microbiology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across France and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 17,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, France
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Clinical Microbiology programme are prepared for diverse careers in natural sciences:
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Consultant
- Laboratory Manager
- Science Writer
- Policy Advisor
- Academic Researcher
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Clinical microbiology: Pathogens and commensals
- Diagnostic microbiology and laboratory methods
- Molecular biology, microbial pathogenesis and the host immune response
- Antimicrobials
- Public health and communicable disease control
- Clinical microbiology: Diagnosis and management of human disease and control of hospital infection
- Clinical microbiology research and presentation skills
- Advanced clinical microbiology and laboratory management
- Research dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants should hold an MB BS or basic medical degree recogmised by the GMC. Candidates with degrees in pharmacy, dentistry, veterinary science, microbiology, biological sciences or nursing with relevant experience in clinical microbiology, may also be accepted on the course. The degree should be equivalent to at least a 2:1
- If you are a clinician, pharmacist or nurse currently working in the field of infectious disease, the part-time programme is most likely to be the best way for you to study. Part-time applicants must hold a full-time appointment or attachment in a medical/clinical microbiology department of a medical school, hospital, PHE or other appropriate institution for the duration of their studies.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,950 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 10,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Queen Mary University of London directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Queen Mary University of London
Queen Mary University of London
London, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
