BSc in Medical Microbiology and Immunology in North Haven United States | Quinnipiac University

Whether you're exploring the therapeutic potential of microorganisms or contributing to COVID-19 research, grasping microbial impacts on immunity can lead to rewarding careers in healthcare, medicine, and biotechnology.

Our curriculum examines the complex relationships between bacteria, viruses, and pathogens that both support and challenge the body's defenses. You'll combine biomedical science knowledge with practical, student-focused lab work that develops your technical skills and analytical thinking. This foundation prepares you for research roles in medical laboratories, pharmaceutical firms, and biotech organizations.

You'll learn to address pressing scientific and healthcare challenges, from antibiotic-resistant infections like MRSA to foodborne disease outbreaks. The program also offers a premedical track that meets requirements for various graduate health programs, including medical, dental, and therapy schools.

A yearlong mentored research project in our labs concludes with a formal presentation of your discoveries. Upperclass students can pursue internships and summer positions at local biotech companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and government research facilities.