Reading,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Microbiology in Reading United Kingdom | University of Reading
University of Reading
|
Reading United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
27,650
(c. USD36,999.85)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Discover the world's most influential microorganisms and contribute to groundbreaking research initiatives through this BSc Microbiology program.
As part of the UK's pioneering microbiology department, you'll hone practical skills in specialized labs while learning from globally recognized specialists, particularly in virology and bacteriology. Additionally, you'll gain Microbiology Society membership and valuable industry connections. We're pursuing Royal Society of Biology accreditation to further strengthen this program.
The curriculum covers essential microbial characteristics, genetics, and biological processes. You can then specialize in fields like medical, environmental, or food microbiology. Opportunities include year-long industry placements or paid summer research positions to develop professional and scientific expertise.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Typical offer
ABB with B in Biology, or BBB with B in Biology and B in a second science subject.
Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science.
International Baccalaureate
32 points including 5 in Biology at higher lever.
30 points including 5 in Biology a second science subject, both at higher level.
Extended Project Qualification
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) provides to students for University study, we can now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer.
BTEC Extended Diploma
DDD (modules taken must be comparable to subject specific requirement)
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5
TOEFL (IBT) - 88, PTE (Academic) - 69 overall with min. 59 in each component/69 overall with min. 64 in each component
ABB with B in Biology, or BBB with B in Biology and B in a second science subject.
Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science.
International Baccalaureate
32 points including 5 in Biology at higher lever.
30 points including 5 in Biology a second science subject, both at higher level.
Extended Project Qualification
In recognition of the excellent preparation that the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) provides to students for University study, we can now include achievement in the EPQ as part of a formal offer.
BTEC Extended Diploma
DDD (modules taken must be comparable to subject specific requirement)
English language requirements
IELTS 6.5, with no component below 5.5
TOEFL (IBT) - 88, PTE (Academic) - 69 overall with min. 59 in each component/69 overall with min. 64 in each component
Tuition
GBP
27,650