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MSc Molecular Microbiology

Sheffield Hallam University

Sheffield, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 9,910
Country Rank#64
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6

Program Overview

Explore the fundamental principles that underpin environmental, industrial and medical microbiology.
Learn how microorganisms cause disease and interact with the immune system and what practical steps can be taken to prevent and treat these conditions.
Consider how bacteria and fungi can be used as tools in a diverse range of industries.
Develop and enhance your laboratory skills from experimental design, through utilisation of pertinent techniques, to interpretation of results.

This course has been designed to respond to the increasing need for highly skilled microbiologists across a range of industries. You'll undertake the critical task of translating basic laboratory medical research into clinical and commercial applications.

Course Content

Module and assessment information for future years is displayed as currently validated and may be liable to change. When selecting electives, your choices will be subject to the core requirements of the course. As a result, selections may be limited to a choice between one of two or more specified electives in some instances.


Module	Credits
Advanced Applications in Microbial Microbiology	15.00
Advanced Laboratory and Research Practice	30.00
Applied Laboratory Practive	15.00
Case Studies in Infectious Disease	15.00
Fundamentals of Microbial Microbiology	15.00
Fundamentals of Molecular Microbiology	15.00
Research Project	60.00


Module	Credits
Current Laboratory Applications	15.00
Genomics and Proteomics	15.00

Entry Requirement
A 2:1 in a relevant Honours degree is normally accepted as the entry requirement for the course. Applicants with a 2:2 are also actively encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis. Applicants with alternative qualifications with academic attainment or skills in subjects which are directly relevant to the course will also be considered.

If English is not your first language you will need an IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in all skills, or a recognised equivalent.
Fees & Scholarships
Our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time study in 2023/24 is £9,910 for the course. For part-time study the fee will be calculated pro-rata each year based on the number of credits studied (£3,305 for 60 credits).

† If you are studying an undergraduate course, postgraduate pre-registration course or postgraduate research course over more than one academic year then your tuition fees may increase in subsequent years in line with Government regulations or UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) published fees. More information can be found in our terms and conditions under student fees regulations.
Career Prospect
This course prepares you for a career in
- academic research
- the industrial biotechnology sector
- the health biotechnology sector
- PhD study
- the pharmaceutical industry
- food and beverage industries

Cost Of Studying At Sheffield Hallam University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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