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Posted Feb. 19, 2019
Top 10 Microbiology Masters Degree Courses In The UK & Europe
Microbiology is a fsacinating field to study at postgraduate level.
Masters courses in Microbiology vary from those training students to become Microbiologist, to students looking to research a topic in Microbiology to giving those working in Medicine and Healthcare a greater understanding of the role of Microbiology in illness.
There are plenty of excellent Microbiology Masters Degree Courses available to study in the UK and Europe – here’s our top 10*.
MPhil by Research in Molecular Microbiology – University of Cambridge
Cost: £8,337 for UK and EU students / £ 27,828 for international students.
What You Will Study: The first year of the PhD program results in an MPhil by Research at the University of Cambridge. Undertaken on a full-time basis in one-year recent research topics have included the Biochemistry of Photosynthesis; Molecular Evolution of Photosynthetic Microorganisms and Plasmodium and the Regulation of Virulence and Biofilm Formation by Pathogenic Bacteria.
MSc by Research in Biochemistry – University of Oxford
Cost: £7,730 per year for UK and EU students / £23,950 per year for international students.
What You Will Study: Students at the University of Oxford participate in part of a research group into one of five research areas, one of which is Microbiology and Systems Biology. Students usually complete their research two years with full-time study, however, if a student has appropriate research experience they may complete their research in one year.
Masters in Microbiology and Immunology – ETH Zurich
Cost: CHF 580 per semester for all students.
What You Will Study: This course at ETH Zurich in Switzerland is taught in English and takes two years with full-time study to complete. Modules include Systems Biology of Metabolism, Microbial Biochemistry, and Technologies in Molecular Microbiology.
MSc in Infection and Immunity – University College London
Cost: £12,750 total cost for UK and EU students / £25,610 total cost for international students.
What You Will Study: Students at UCL can complete this MSc in Infection and Immunity in one year studying full time or in two to five years studying part time. Modules focus on Infection and Immunity with a Microbiological focus and include topics such as Tropical Microbiology and Molecular Virology.
MRes in Molecular and Cellular Biosciences – Imperial College London
Cost: £10,800 for UK and EU students / £28,000 for international students.
What You Will Study: This Masters by Research at Imperial College London is usually completed with full-time study in one year. Research themes can include Bacterial Physiology and Pathogenesis and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).
MSc in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases – University of Edinburgh
Cost: £14,700 total cost for all students.
What You Will Study: This part-time online course at the University of Edinburgh in Scotland takes three years to complete and modules include Laboratory Practice in Microbiology and Molecular Diagnostics of Infection.
Masters in Biology with a specialisation in Microbiology – University of Copenhagen
Cost: No tuition fee for Danish and EU students / €29,560 total cost for international students.
What You Will Study: This two-year program at the University of Copenhagen in Denmark is studied on a full-time basis in English. Modules include The Human Microbiome, Marine Microbiology and Virology, and Applied Microbiology.
MSc in Medical Microbiology – London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine
Cost: £11,480 for all UK and EU students studying full time / £24,500 for all international students studying full time.
What you will study: This MSc provides comprehensive knowledge and practical training in the spread of microorganisms, disease causation and diagnosis and treatment of pathogens significant to public health. It can be studied full time over one year or part time over two years.
MSc in Biomedical and Molecular Sciences Research – King’s College London
Cost: £12,300 for all UK and EU students / £25,500 total cost for all international students.
What You Will Study: Students at King’s College London gain a wide range of practical skills and an understanding of the theory an array of scientific fields including Microbiology. The course takes one year to complete with full-time study or sixteen months with part-time study.
MSc in Medical Microbiology – University of Manchester
Cost: £10,000 total cost for all UK and EU students / £23,000 total cost for international students.
What You Will Study: This MSc in Medical Microbiology at the University of Manchester is completed in one year with full-time study or in two years with part-time study. It is aimed at students with a background in Microbiology, Medicine, Dentistry or Pharmacology and provides the training to become Microbiologists.
PLEASE NOTE: As a result of Brexit, from Autumn 2021 postgraduate students from the European Union studying at a UK university will be charged the same tuition fees as international students. UK students studying their postgraduate course at a European university are also likely to incur higher tuition fees than their EU counterparts. It is advisable to check with the individual universities in the UK and Europe for up-to-date information on tuition fees for all postgraduate programs.
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12 comments
Treesa benny Oct. 10, 2020, 4:02 a.m.
Msc virology offering colleges in uk
Charlotte King Oct. 13, 2020, 8:35 a.m.
Hello Treesa Benny – this link provides a list of all the Virology masters available to study in the UK >
https://www.postgrad.com/courses/virology/
Good luck!
Charlotte King Oct. 13, 2020, 9:10 a.m.
Hi Chisangalaro – once you have been offered a place on a masters in Microbiology you are eligible to apply for a Postgrad Solutions Study Bursary worth £500 >
https://www.postgrad.com/psuk_study_bursaries_apply/
With your exemplary academic record you are probably eligible for some additional university or government funding so it is worth approaching your preferred institutions to see what is available. Good luck!
Gayatri Tewari Sept. 12, 2021, 5:17 p.m.
I am gayatri Tewari . I am in london completed my masters in immunology from kings college london. I am looking for more indepth knowledege in microbiology and then go for phd degree
Charlotte King Sept. 26, 2021, 7:08 p.m.
Hi Gayatri – here is a list of all the Microbiology pg programs currently available to study in the UK and Europe > https://www.postgrad.com/courses/microbiology/
Peace Otu Nov. 6, 2021, 9:21 a.m.
Hello, am Peace O. I studied Microbiology MLT option in my country, I would like to study same course Bsc/ MSc program in the Uk. I will appreciate any suggestions on universities that offers such at affordable fee and installation payment if possible. Thanks
Charlotte King Nov. 7, 2021, 12:36 p.m.
Hi Peace – this URL has all the Microbiology courses currently available to study in the UK > https://www.postgrad.com/courses/microbiology/
The fees do differ so it is worth checking with the institutions directly once you have narrowed down your options. Once you have been accepted onto a PG program you are eligible to apply for one of our Postgrad Solutions Study Bursaries worth £500 >
https://www.postgrad.com/fees_and_funding/postgrad_solutions_study_bursaries/information/
Adeeba Nawaz Dec. 17, 2021, 6:33 p.m.
Hello. This is Adeeba Nawaz . I am currently enrolled for bachelors degree in Microbiology from Madras Christian college, India. I am looking forward to Pursue my masters in medical microbiology field from an eminent university in UK.
Charlotte King Jan. 5, 2022, 1:59 p.m.
Hi Adeeba – that sounds great. This URL has information on all the universities in the UK currently offering a Masters in Microbiology > https://www.postgrad.com/courses/microbiology/
Good luck with your studies.
shah izhar June 4, 2023, 11:52 p.m.
SIR WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENT FOR ADMISSION IN MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY? CAN WE REQUEST FOR A DISCOUNT IN FEE? THANKS
Charlotte King June 12, 2023, 4:53 p.m.
Hi Shah – the entry requirements are usually a 2.1 in a related topic – however it is worth checking with the admissions department of your preferred institution. Ince toy have been accepted onto a PG course you will be eligible to apply for one of our Postgrad Solutions Study Bursaries worth £500 towards your tuition fees >
https://www.postgrad.com/psuk_study_bursaries_apply/
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Chisangalaro kuntambira Sept. 30, 2020, 11:25 a.m.
It is my goal to study at Cambridge University. One day I will make it. The only challenge is financial. Am from Malawi, i am in my final year doing bachelors degree in Medical Microbiology, there is high chance that I will graduate with a distinction. My wish is to study, Masters degree in Clinical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.