BSc (Hons) Microbiology With Professional Experience in Reading United Kingdom | University of Reading

Enhance your understanding of Earth's most prevalent organisms and contribute to worldwide research initiatives through this BSc Microbiology with Professional Experience program.

As part of the UK's longest-standing microbiology department, you'll hone laboratory techniques in specialized facilities while learning from globally recognized specialists, particularly in virology and bacteriology. Additionally, you'll gain Society for General Microbiology membership and benefit from robust industry connections.

The curriculum covers essential microbial characteristics, genetics, and physiology, with elective options to specialize in medical, environmental, or food microbiology. You can also pursue a year-long industry placement or paid summer research opportunity to acquire practical work experience.

This hands-on degree teaches diverse methodologies including microbial genetics, biochemistry, and cultivation. In your final year, you'll undertake a three-month independent research project. Past studies have involved viral molecular engineering and investigations into bacterial pathogenicity and host colonization processes.