Program Overview
The Microbiology at Nottingham Trent University is a Master of Biology programme in Natural Sciences over 48 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 Microbiology programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 48 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 12,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Living Systems
- Practical Techniques for Biology
- Tutorial Module
- Genetics and Immunology
- Introduction to Biochemistry
- Introduction to Microbiology
- Human Physiology
- Tutorial Module
- Bioinformatics and Biomathematics
- Microbial Structure, Identification and Distribution
- Microbial Metabolism and Genetics
- Experimental Design
- Applied Microbiology
- Host Pathogen Interactions
- Tutorial Module
- Honours Project
- Molecular Microbiology
- Forensic Microbiology
- Infectious Diseases and their Control
- Advanced Bioinformatics
- Tutorial Module
- Science Communication
- MBiol Research Project
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A-levels - AAB, including Biology grade A and Chemistry, Physics or Maths grade B; or
- BTEC Extended Diploma - DDD, including relevant Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths modules; or
- 136 UCAS Tariff points from three A-levels or equivalent qualifications, including an A-level grade A equivalent in Biology and grade B equivalent in Chemistry, Physics or Maths; and
- GCSEs - English and Maths grade C.
Applicants without A-levels will have their qualifications assessed for subject compatibility. We also consider equivalent qualifications and combinations. Please see UCAS Course Search for more details.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 9,250 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Nottingham Trent University 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 Nottingham Trent University
Nottingham Trent University
City of Nottingham, United Kingdom
Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is a large and dynamic public research university in Nottingham, England, UK, officially established with university status in 1992 and tracing its roots back to...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 48 months