BSc (Hons) Microbiology with foundation year in Guildford United Kingdom | University of Surrey

Delve into a program that examines some of society's most pressing issues, from emerging infectious diseases to rising antibiotic resistance. Conduct your first hands-on experiment within the initial fortnight at Surrey. Acquire real-world experience via our Professional Training placements, working in partner laboratories globally. Be taught by faculty engaged in cutting-edge research across virology, antimicrobial resistance, clinical bacteriology, and systems biology - research that informs governments, healthcare providers, and industries.

Microbiology has delivered solutions to major societal challenges, yet many discoveries remain. This program explores impactful microorganisms like bacteria and viruses that affect human health, ecosystems, and commerce. Discover microbiology's applications in vaccine development, food safety, and disease treatment. First-year studies introduce microbial fundamentals through bacteriology, biochemistry, and cell biology courses while developing essential laboratory skills. Second-year options include virology, food microbiology, immunology, and pathology modules covering topics from immune responses to microbial classification.

Final-year studies focus on microbial biomedicine, infectious disease epidemiology, and specialized electives like animal pathogens, genetic regulation, blood immunology, and cancer mechanisms. The capstone research project integrates all developed practical, analytical, and presentation competencies.