MSc Microbiology
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MSc Microbiology programme aims to provide students with advanced knowledge and skills applicable to research or employment in industries focused on addressing global challenges such as antibiotic resistance and food security. It offers a strong foundation in core and applied microbiology, alongside transferable skills to enhance employability.
This programme prepares graduates for careers in industrial, commercial, governmental, and environmental sectors or for further postgraduate study. It employs various teaching methods, including lectures, workshops, laboratory practicals, seminars, problem-based learning, and research projects. Assessment is conducted through coursework (literature reviews, presentations, lab reports, video assessments) and a research dissertation with an associated presentation.
Emphasis is placed on developing professional and research skills. The Department of Life Sciences maintains connections with NHS practitioners and industry experts who provide guest lectures. Students have access to industry-standard equipment, including a cell culture suite, analytical chemistry instrumentation, and a scanning electron microscope. The programme also benefits from links with the University's Microbiology and Biotechnology Research Group.
Key highlights
- Focus on global challenges like antibiotic resistance and food security
- Core and applied microbiology with practical and transferable skills
- Research project in medical, environmental or industrial microbiology
- Staff expertise includes recombinant DNA technology, fermentation and bioengineering
- Guest speakers from industry share real-world insight
- Covers healthcare, environmental, ecological and biotechnological microbiology
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2nd class — to include relevant subject; or above
- International qualifications — If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages for information on equivalent qualifications. https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Microbiologist
- Clinical microbiology scientist
- Environmental microbiologist
- Food safety microbiologist
- Biotechnology research scientist
- Quality control microbiologist
Career opportunities
Graduates of the MSc Microbiology programme can pursue careers in:
- Academic Researcher
- Biomedical Scientist
- Microbiologist
- Clinical Research Associate
- Virologist
- Food Technologist
Cost of study
The tuition fee for international students in the MSc Microbiology programme is £18,400 per year for full-time study.
Admission
To apply for the MSc Microbiology course, you need to complete an application form on the University of Lincoln's website. If you have any questions, our trained counsellors are available to help you through the application process.
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