Course summary
- Develop an understanding of the importance of the evolutionary processes that underlie environmental microbiology and pathogen infections
- Gain extensive and interdisciplinary training in core skills ranging from molecular to evolutionary aspects of environmental microbiology
- Learn from leading international researchers in Biosciences, Medicine and Health
- Graduate with the key skills for a career in microbiological research
- Our excellent facilities include fully equipped safety level 2 microbiology laboratories, molecular, genetics and biochemical research facilities, a full range of microscopy equipment, and controlled environment rooms
Modules
For a full list of compulsory and optional modules please visit our course page.
Assessment method
Please visit our course page for current assessment methods.
How to apply
International applicants
Our International Student Support can help you with what you need to do before you arrive and when you get here as a new international student. They offer ongoing support throughout your studies whether that be setting up a bank account or arranging healthcare. Our Global Chums Buddy Scheme and our Intercultural Cafe provide opportunities to meet staff and connect with students. INTO University of Exeter provide pre-sessional English courses for international students as well as free insessional support. - For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page.
Entry requirements
Normally at least a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject is required, although a 2:2 with relevant experience will be considered. Relevant subjects include: Biological Sciences, Cell Biology, Ecology, Ecology and Conservation, Evolutionary Biology, Genetics, Marine Biology, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Plant Science, Zoology. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit our course page.
Provider information
University of Exeter
Northcote House
The Queen's Drive
Exeter
EX4 4QJ