Microbiology Master of Biology - MBiol (Hons)
Course Overview - Microbiology Master of Biology - MBiol (Hons)
Microbiology is the study of organisms too small to be visible with the naked eye, including bacteria, fungi and viruses. This course will cover an area of science fundamental to the understanding of life on this planet – from human and animal disease, better food production to microbial involvement in global cycles.
You will study a range of microbiological topics with a biomedical focus, such as bacterial resistance to antibiotics, the use of microbes in biotechnology, and how new pathogens, such as the cause of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2), emerge and cause disease.
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Microbiology is the study of organisms too small to be visible with the naked eye, including bacteria, fungi and viruses. This course will cover an area of science fundamental to the understanding of life on this planet – from human and animal disease, better food production to microbial involvement in global cycles.
You will study a range of microbiological topics with a biomedical focus, such as bacterial resistance to antibiotics, the use of microbes in biotechnology, and how new pathogens, such as the cause of COVID-19 (SARS-CoV-2), emerge and cause disease.
By studying at Leeds, you’ll be part of the next generation of expert scientists, developing specialist knowledge and skills, whilst building on the foundations of microbiology within areas such as immunology, genetics, biochemistry and cell biology.
This integrated Masters (MBiol) gives you an additional year of specialist training, to study advanced research topics and undertake your own extended research project. You may also choose to apply for our 3 year BSc and transfer to an MBiol up until the end of your second year, subject to suitable academic performance.
Why study at Leeds
* Study with one of the largest centres for biological sciences research in the UK, with access to cutting- edge facilities, industry links and specialist research opportunities.
* Flexible options to transfer onto other suitable and related degrees at the end of year 1, as many programmes within our School share a common first year.
* Put theory into practice by undertaking fieldwork activities within the UK, Spain and South Africa. You’ll advance your research skills and gain hands-on experience highly valued by employers in industry or in postgraduate education.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2027-09-23
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A26-J15
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
A level
AAA Including biology or chemistry and another science or science-related subject. Critical thinking and general studies excluded. We accept the following: Science: biology, human biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics. Science-related: computing, environmental science, food science, geography, geology, PE, psychology, statistics. Applicants taking a Science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement. When an applicant is taking any of the following: Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) Cambridge International Project Qualification (Cambridge IPQ) Core Maths (if A-level Maths or Further Maths isn't studied as a full A-level) AS Maths (if A-level Maths or Further Maths isn't studied as a full A-level) Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate It will be considered alongside A-levels and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A-levels, this would be a 1 grade drop from the standard offer. For example an A in one of the above qualifications with AAB at A-level (MBiol applicants). GCSE: Grade 6 (B) or above at GCSE maths and Grade 4 (C) or above at GCSE English. The Faculty of Biological Sciences will accept Level 2 Functional Skills as equivalent to C/4 in GCSE English.
T Level
Not accepted
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
BSc: Advanced Higher: 5 x Highers AABBB, with AB in 2 Advanced Highers including biology or chemistry and another science or science-related subject. Critical thinking and general studies excluded. MBiol: 5 x Highers AABBB, with AA in 2 Advanced Highers including biology or chemistry and another science or science-related subject. Critical thinking and general studies excluded. We accept the following: Science subjects: biology, human biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics. Science-related subjects: PE, geography, use of mathematics, psychology, statistics, geology and computing. Scottish Higher: Scottish Highers not accepted on their own.
Access to HE Diploma
Not accepted
Scottish Advanced Higher
5 x Highers AABBB, with AA in 2 Advanced Highers including biology or chemistry and another science or science-related subject. Critical thinking and general studies excluded. We accept the following: Science subjects: biology, human biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics. Science-related subjects: PE, geography, use of mathematics, psychology, statistics, geology and computing. Scottish Higher: Scottish Highers not accepted on their own.
Extended Project
It will be considered alongside A-levels and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A-levels, this would be a 1 grade drop from the standard offer. For example an A in one of the above qualifications with AAB at A-level (MBiol applicants).
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
31 overall with 6,6,6 at higher level including Biology or Chemistry and another science or science-related subject.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MBiol: We do not accept BTEC qualifications. BSc: Applicants with BTEC Diploma or Extended Diploma are required to have A-level Biology. If the BTEC subject is Applied Science, applicants can have A-level Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics instead. Distinctions in the BTEC subject and an A in Biology A-level, (or B in Mathematics, Chemistry or Physics A-level if studying BTEC Applied Science), are required. Applicants with BTEC Extended Certificate qualifications must have at least 2 A-levels and at least one of these must be in Biology. Distinction in the BTEC Extended Certificate and A in A-level Biology is required.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 including biology or chemistry and another science or science-related subject at higher level.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
D3/D3/D3 Including biology or chemistry plus another science or science-related subject. Global Perspectives excluded. When an applicant is taking Global Perspectives this can be considered alongside Pre-U subjects and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. D3/D3/M1 and grade D3 in Global Perspectives.
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