Through the tools taught on this programme, you will be able to evaluate current research and advanced scholarship in medical microbiology, evaluate methodologies and develop critiques of them and, where appropriate, propose new hypotheses.
Recent graduates continuing their studies will expand on the knowledge developed at undergraduate level, to prepare you for a career in the field of biomedical science and medical microbiology.
Those who are already employed in diagnostic microbiology will develop the knowledge needed to progress in the field and enter a new, more advanced role in the field. If you are currently employed in a microbiology diagnostic laboratory in the UK we offer you the opportunity to follow the course as a part-time student with your project being undertaken in your workplace enabling you to contribute directly to relevant service development and improvement.
You will also be encouraged to relate current workplace practices to your studies, discuss and critically evaluate these techniques with class members, and undertake an active role in independent study outside of the classroom.
Formal teaching comprises of lectures, workshops, practical classes and demonstrations. Many of the lectures are given by guest speakers who are acknowledged experts in their field from within the NHS, the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) or are highly respected researchers. This ensures the course remains up to date and relevant to your future career and also enables you to develop a strong network of contacts.
The English language requirements for our programmes are normally indicated by an English band assigned to the academic department within which your chosen course of study is administered. However, this course does not follow the School of Biological and Behavioural Sciences standard English language requirements for entry to postgraduate taught and research programmes.
For the English language requirements for this course, see programmes with non-standard English language requirements in this School.