Discover the science behind microscopic life with our Microbiology BSc with Study in Continental Europe programme at Birmingham. Combining cell biology, genetic engineering and infection biology you explore how animals, plants, and microorganisms function and interact, preparing you to tackle global challenges. Spending a year at a European partner university will expand your academic insight, offer rich cultural experiences, and achieve fluency in a new language. Microbiology BSc with Study in Continental Europe gives you flexibility to study multiple aspects of biology alongside a core specialism in microbiology, allowing you to shape your microbiology training in areas from human health to conservation and biotechnology to climate change. Study research as it happens and be part of the solution to some of life’s biggest challenges. Re-imagine what’s next and forge your future at the university most targeted by top UK employers. **Why study Microbiology at Birmingham?** The Microbiology BSc combines training in essential skills required for modern scientists and allows you to immerse yourself in a vibrant research community: The Institute for Microbiology and Infection (IMI). - Microbiology Research: Join IMI to tackle global threats like TB, Zika, COVID-19 and antimicrobial resistance. - Study Abroad: Spend a European year abroad exploring global cultures and expanding your academic horizons. - Join BioSoc: Meet fellow students through sports, events, and career-focused activities.
A Level: AAB | To include Biology / Human Biology + 1 from Chemistry / Physics / Maths / Further Maths / Statistics / Geology / Geography / Psychology, + 1 from French / German / Spanish | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE Diploma | Access to HE (Science) with sufficient Biology and Chemistry content is considered. Contact Admissions Team for details. | International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme: 32 UCAS points | 6, 6, 5 in Higher Level subjects plus 32 points overall. Higher Level subjects need to include the required subjects as defined for the A Level qualification.
The University will charge the maximum approved tuition fee per year. For the 2027 year of entry, we expect that the tuition fee for your first year of study will be £10,050. If Parliament agrees on an increase in tuition fees, the University will increase fees for each year of study normally in line with these changes and will communicate any change in the fees to you without delay. For details of the annual tuition fee for International Students please see the course web page listed in the 'course details' section above. If you are made an offer to study by the University, the yearly tuition fee will be stated in your offer letter. — 2027 provisional
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