Postgraduate Diploma in Applied Science - Microbiology in Dunedin New Zealand | University of Otago

Microorganisms play a vital role in sustaining Earth's ecosystems. These tiny life forms make up over half of all living organisms on our planet, but scientists have only discovered and examined approximately 1% of them. Disease-causing microbes such as bacteria and viruses can invade our systems, making our immune defenses crucial for protection. This makes the interaction between microbes and immune cells fundamental to human health. The University of Otago stands as New Zealand's sole provider of undergraduate programs in both Microbiology AND Infection and Immunity. These degree programs explore the invisible realm of microorganisms and our immune defenses, while demonstrating how this knowledge can be applied in real-world situations.