University of East Anglia

BSc (Hons) Microbiology with a Year Abroad

University of East AngliaNorwich Research Park, Norwich

Course overview

Microbiology lies at the heart of some of the world’s biggest challenges—from tackling antibiotic resistance to driving innovation in energy production. At UEA, our cutting-edge BSc Microbiology with a Year Abroad degree equips you with the knowledge and practical experience needed to address these pressing global issues and shape the future of science. You’ll study the full spectrum of microbiology and its underlying concepts, alongside key related subjects such as biochemistry, genetics, and molecular biology.

As you progress through your degree, you’ll also have the flexibility to tailor your studies to specialise in particular areas of microbiology that capture your interest. In year three, you’ll study abroad at one of our exciting partner institutions across the globe, gaining invaluable international experience. In your final year, you’ll have the opportunity to design and undertake an extended research project, giving you hands-on experience in scientific investigation.

At UEA, you’ll benefit from our enviable position as an integral partner of the Norwich Research Park (NRP), which is also home to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, and independent, world-renowned research institutes: the John Innes Centre, the Sainsbury Laboratory, the Earlham Institute and the Quadram Institute, all of which have world-class microbiology-related research programmes.

Key highlights

  • Third year spent studying at a partner institution overseas
  • Covers biochemistry, genetics and molecular biology alongside core microbiology
  • Flexibility to specialise in chosen areas of microbiology
  • Final-year extended research project designed by the student
  • Links with Norwich Research Park institutes and university hospital
  • Addresses challenges such as antibiotic resistance and energy production

Entry requirements

  • International Baccalaureate: 32 — overall with HL 5 in Biology
  • Scottish Advanced Highers: BCC — to include including Biology
  • Scottish Highers: AAABB — to include including Biology
  • Irish Leaving Certificate — 3 subjects at H2, 3 subjects at H3 including Biology

Careers this course leads to

  • Microbiologist
  • Clinical scientist (microbiology)
  • Research scientist
  • Biomedical scientist
  • Laboratory technician
  • Quality control microbiologist

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £29,300 per year

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of East Anglia, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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