Study Microbiology (MSci) - MSci (Hons) at University of Reading in the UK, School of Biological Sciences

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

Expand your knowledge of some of the planet's smallest life forms. Contribute to research projects with global impact on this integrated MSci Microbiology with Professional Experience course.Take a look at the fascinating world of microbes and their crucial roles in the biosphere. Through the course, you will learn about the fundamental properties, genetics and physiology of diverse microbes. Choose optional modules and focus your studies on areas that most interest you, including medical, environmental or food microbiology.For more information, please visit the programme page: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/biological-sciences-ug/msci-microbiology-with-professional-experience

Which department am I in?

School of Biological Sciences

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

£30,650.00 (US$ 39,582) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

October 2026

Venue

Main Site

Whiteknights,

Pepper Lane,

Reading,

Wokingham,

RG6 6UR, Southern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees

£31,800.00 (US$ 41,067) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Main Site

Whiteknights,

Pepper Lane,

Reading,

Wokingham,

RG6 6UR, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

32 points including 5 in Biology at higher level.Or30 points including 5 in Biology and a second science subject, both at higher level.Acceptable second science subjects: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Science/Studies, Applied Science, Geology, Computer Science.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.