MSc Microbiology in Canterbury United Kingdom | University of Kent

Receive interdisciplinary education spanning genetic engineering to pharmaceutical development. Engage in bacteriology, medical and fundamental mycology, virology, and parasitology research, contributing to diverse areas like infectious diseases, cellular structure and function, and industrial biotech. Our Microbiology program offers specialized research training with a molecular emphasis, featuring cutting-edge initiatives that complement both each other and our teaching curriculum. Develop professional competencies in modern microbiology, paving the way for careers in academic research or healthcare. Working in a research laboratory, you'll complete a project determined with your supervisor. This research-intensive Master's program emphasizes interactive learning through seminars, workshops, and lab sessions rather than conventional lectures.

A postgraduate degree from our School of Biosciences provides graduates with highly sought-after transferable skills. Our research-driven approach ensures students work at the forefront of scientific discovery, while hands-on training delivers expertise in state-of-the-art techniques used in contemporary biosciences. You'll have the opportunity to work within the School's world-class research environments.