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Microbiology in Public Health at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS

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Course summary

On this progressive course, you focus on the science of microorganisms and the rapidly developing challenges they bring to public health, exploring areas such as epidemiology, antimicrobial chemotherapy and outbreak investigation. By giving you an in-depth understanding of both microbiology and public health while building your practical and transferable skills, the course opens up a broad range of exciting career directions. Facilities and specialist equipment

  • Modern STEM building with specialist facilities and bespoke study spaces.
  • State-of-the-art cell culture lab and analytical science suite.
  • Industry-standard equipment, including high-tech HPLC, FTIR and GC-MS machines and advanced qPCR and protein analysis facilities, to mirror the professional workplace.
Industry links Our Life Sciences Liaison Board draws in industry-wide experts such as Pharmaron, Life Science Group, Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and the NHS. The Board’s close collaboration with real-world organisations ensures our course aligns with UK QAA standards as well as preparing you to meet the challenges of tomorrow. Student experience Study under a team of international experts at a University with 30-plus years of experience teaching biological sciences. Our school’s active involvement in cutting-edge research and consultancy feeds directly into course delivery, ensuring you’re up to date with the latest advances in the field. Benefit from practical laboratory sessions and research-based projects, equipping you with both technical knowledge and skills as well as hands-on experience. Tackle a prevailing issue in an area of your choosing with a microbiology research project. Immerse yourself in interactive seminars and masterclasses from guests such as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), Ministry of Defence (MoD), Rothamsted Research and GSK. Take part in our annual STEM Careers Expo, which brings together employers and students through presentations, workshops and networking sessions Develop your transferable skills, including sought-after competencies such as scientific communication; analysis and evaluation; problem solving; and effective leadership. Fulfil your potential with guidance from your own personal academic tutor.

Modules

Areas of study include:

  • Control of Infectious Disease
  • Dissertation
  • Epidemiology in Public Health
  • Microbiology & Public Health Research Methods
  • Microbiology Research Project
  • Microorganisms in Health and Disease
  • Molecular and Diagnostic Microbiology
  • Principles, Policies and Issues in Public Health
  • Public Health Protection
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Entry requirements

A good honours degree (lower second class or higher) in a relevant life science or health-related subject.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

No fee information has been provided for this course

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

For information on the 2025 fees and scholarships please refer to our website, https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/money/fees/

Sponsorship information

For information on postgraduate funding, please visit: https://www.beds.ac.uk/howtoapply/postgraduatestudy/postgraduate-fees-and-funding

Microbiology in Public Health at University of Bedfordshire - UCAS