MSc in Microbiology in Athens United States | University of Georgia

A common theme unites all research within the Microbiology Graduate Program: investigating diverse microorganisms from molecular to organismal and community scales to fully understand microbial life's role in our biosphere. Established in 1953, the Department of Microbiology has experienced continuous growth while building global recognition in prokaryotic biology. Our faculty collaborate across multiple interdepartmental and multi-institutional initiatives, including the Academy of the Environment, Biomedical and Health Sciences Institute, Center for Tropical and Emerging Global Diseases, Complex Carbohydrate Research Center, and Institute of Bioinformatics. The department's research receives substantial external funding from sources like the National Institutes of Health, National Science Foundation, Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Agriculture, along with various private foundations and corporations.

Students typically complete the M.S. program in two to three years, while the Ph.D. generally takes five to six years. Each student, in consultation with their advisory committee, designs a customized curriculum that establishes a comprehensive microbiology foundation, equipping graduates for research and teaching careers in academia, industry, or government sectors.