Focus your study on all types of microorganisms and acquire theoretical and practical skills for a career in microbiology on this three-year course.
Biological Sciences at Imperial aims to understand the behaviour of living systems from the level of cells up to whole organisms and ecosystems.
This course focuses on all types of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi and viruses.
Youll learn the fundamental science of different types of microorganisms, as well as the important biotechnological, industrial, medical, food and agricultural applications.
Focus your study on all types of microorganisms and acquire theoretical and practical skills for a career in microbiology on this three-year course.<br/><br/>Biological Sciences at Imperial aims to understand the behaviour of living systems from the level of cells up to whole organisms and ecosystems.<br/><br/>This course focuses on all types of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi and viruses.<br/><br/>Youll learn the fundamental science of different types of microorganisms, as well as the important biotechnological, industrial, medical, food and agricultural applications.<br/><br/>After developing your understanding of the fundamentals of microbiology, youll move on to advanced study. Here, you can tailor the course to your interests and complete a research project thats laboratory, data or field-based.<br/><br/>Your teaching will be enriched by an internationally leading research programme, with teaching delivered through laboratory work, lectures, tutorials, seminars and site visits.<br/><br/>Our teaching is enriched by the Department’s internationally leading research programme, so you’ll be learning at the very cutting edge of the subject. You will also benefit from access to our outstanding facilities, including for genomic and cell biology studies, tissue culture suites and the most modern microscopes.<br/><br/>The structure of the Departments courses means that transfer between different Biotechnology and Biochemistry degrees is usually possible up until the end of the second year. If you are an international student, transferring to a different course could have an impact on your visa, but our International Student Support Team are here to help advise and support you. <br/><br/>As well as your main Imperial degree (BSc), you will also receive the award of the Associateship of the Royal College of Science (ARCS) on completion of this course.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
27/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C500
Institution Code
I50
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherNot Accepted Access to HE DiplomaNot Accepted International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme38 Must include: 6 in Biology at higher level 6 in Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics at higher level *Mathematics Analysis and Approaches or the Applications and Interpretation syllabi will be accepted at higher level with no preference. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Not Accepted Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 D3 in Biology D3 in Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics D3 in another subject A levelA,A,A Must include: A in Biology A in Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer. T LevelNot Accepted |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £41,650 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |