Microbiology Teesside University

Overview

The Microbiology programme, offered by Teesside University , helps you explore the fascinating world of microbiology, equipping you with advanced knowledge, practical skills and a springboard for future employment. Designed for those with a background in life sciences, who are eager to deepen their expertise. Microorganisms are extremely important in many areas of our lives – understanding how to harness and manipulate them, while controlling their potential to cause disease, is essential.

Key Facts

Gain a well-rounded perspective on modern microbiology. Combine theory with hands-on experience in our state-of-the-art Bios labs - a £36.9m facility at our Middlesbrough campus. Develop practical skills through innovative experiments, using industry-standard equipment. Explore research opportunities at our £22m National Horizon Centre (NHC) at our Darlington campus, where many faculty members conduct their research. Graduates have pursued a PhD at the NHC, working with academics in a chosen field of microbiology.

You are taught by a team of passionate, dedicated, research-active scientists, who bring a wealth of expertise and passion to the classroom. You work alongside an academic on your Life Science Research Project, tailoring your experience to personal career aspirations. You are supported at all stages of the course, resulting in a high success rate of future employment when graduating.

Career opportunities

Gain the academic, analytical and practical skills to assist your career. This course prepares you for a variety of career paths, including roles in clinical labs, research institutions, industry (including oil and gas), biotechnology, hospital diagnostics, pathology labs and other life sciences sectors. Many of our graduates choose to remain in the local region, and find jobs in local biotechnology, the NHS sector, or the academic route (PhD).