Keele University

BSc Microbiology and Immunology

Keele University

Course overview

The BSc Microbiology and Immunology at Keele University is designed to give you the knowledge and skills you need to understand the microbial world, and the roles of microorganisms in health, disease, and biotechnology.

In this course, you will study the biology, biochemistry, and physiology of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites, as well as the body’s immune reaction to infection. You will also uncover host-pathogen interactions, the diseases they cause, and how diagnostic and therapeutic approaches are developed.

Teaching and learning for this course combine campus-based instruction with hands-on training in Keele’s David Attenborough Laboratories and Central Science Laboratories. You will engage in laboratory work, research projects, and enquiry-based learning designed to develop your practical and analytical skills.

Assessment comes in the form of laboratory reports, data analysis, presentations, and a final-year research project, as well as participation in the Undergraduate Student Research Conference.

Entry requirements

Here are the standard entry requirements to study the BSc Microbiology and Immunology at Keele University:

You are required to meet or exceed NMC requirements, including literacy, numeracy and digital literacy skills. Also, you will attend an interview (remote or physical) if shortlisted.

Grade Requirements:

  • To apply, you need at least ABB in three A Levels including a B in two Science subjects.
  • The university also accepts BTECs with DDM.
  • You may also tender an International Baccalaureate Diploma with 32 points overall including two Higher Level Science subjects.

English Proficiency:

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Article 26 Sanctuary Scholarships

    A full tuition fee waiver for up to 4 years; A cash award of £1200 each year towards living costs.

  • International Baccalaureate Global Scholarship

    Awards of £1,000 for international students undertaking the International Baccalaureate Diploma.

    Up to £1,000

  • Placement Bursary Initiative

    The Placement Bursary Initiative could be worth up to £500 during your unpaid/paid, non-mandatory placement.

  • The Advanced Entry Scholarship (UG)

    Awards of £3,000 will be awarded towards the tuition fee for the year of entry for students who exceed published entry requirements.

    Up to £3,000

  • Undergraduate Global Scholarship (UG)

    Eligible students will be awarded £3,000 per annum for every year studied (up to 4 years, not including placement years).

    Up to £3,000

Career opportunities

Here are some of the career options you have with a BSc Microbiology and Immunology from Keele University:

  • Microbiologist
  • Immunologist
  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Clinical Research Associate
  • Quality Control Analyst
  • Laboratory Technician

Cost of study

The tuition fee to study BSc Microbiology and Immunology at Keele University is £17,700 per year of study.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. To find out more about this process, speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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