📖Program Curriculum
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
YEAR 1
You will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills
YEAR 2
You will develop your knowledge of fundamental aspects of biology and introduced to specialist subject areas according to your interests
You can also study other subjects in 1 and 2 see Flexible degrees
YEARS 3 4 AND 5
If you progress to Honours ( 3 and 4) you will learn about many aspects of microbiology with particular emphasis on prevention treatment and pathogenicity of bacterial parasitic and viral infectious diseases
In 4 you will choose from a range of specialised advanced courses and undertake a research project under supervision from the University or an institution such as a hospital
Microbiology can be taken as an which includes an additional placement between 3 and the final of the degree This is normally spent doing research in industry or a research institute in the UK or overseas and often attracts a modest salary
The available final-year optional courses may change each and places may be limited
During the final Honours you will have the opportunity to apply for an endorsement on your (Hons) Microbiology degree depending on the combination of optional courses taken The endorsements are
(Hons) Microbiology with a specialisation in Bacteriology
(Hons) Microbiology with a specialisation in Parasitology
(Hons) Microbiology with a specialisation in Virology
Course details
YEAR 1
You will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills
Core courses (2 x 20 credits)
Semster One
BIOLOGY 1A
Semester Two
BIOLOGY 1B
Plus (40 credits) Select from
SCIENCE FUNDAMENTALS-1X & SCIENCE FUNDAMENTALS-1Y
OR
CHEMISTRY 1
Plus 40 credits from other courses (40 credits) Select from
Semester One
CURRENT DIRECTIONS IN LIFE SCIENCES 1X (ONLINE)
Semester Two
ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY 1
YEAR 2
Core courses (2 x 30 credits)
FUNDAMENTAL TOPICS IN BIOLOGY 2
MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY 2
Plus optional courses (60 credits)
These can be Biology courses or courses from other subject areas for example
Semester one
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN BIOLOGY 2
Semester two
ANIMAL BIOLOGY EVOLUTION AND ECOLOGY 2
GENES MOLECULES & CELLS 2
HUMAN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 2
YEAR 3
If you progress to Honours ( 3 and 4) you will learn about many aspects of microbiology with particular emphasis on prevention treatment and pathogenicity of bacterial parasitic and viral infectious diseases There is also a chance to explore the industrial and environmental applications of microbiology
You will study the spectrum of infection by bacteria parasites and viruses This includes the study of the molecular basis of infection and immunity
Core courses (2 x 60 credits)
MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY 3A
MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY 3B
MSCI YEAR
Work placement (120 credits)
Microbiology can be taken as an degree which includes an additional placement between the third and final of the degree normally spent undertaking research in industry in the UK or overseas
YEARS 4 AND 5
In 4 you will choose from a range of specialised advanced courses You will also undertake a research project under the supervision of a researcher either within the University or in a neighbouring institution such as a hospital
Life Sciences project (40 credits)
Examples include
LIFE SCIENCES INVESTIGATIVE HONOURS PROJECT
LIFE SCIENCES DISSERTATION HONOURS PROJECT
LIFE SCIENCES OUTREACH HONOURS PROJECT
Plus compulsory course (20 credits)
CORE SKILLS IN MICROBIOLOGY 4X CORE
Plus Life Sciences Honours options (3 x 20 credits) Select from
Semester One
INDUSTRIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY 4Y OPTION
MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR MICROBIOLOGY 4Y OPTION
Semester Two
EMERGING VIRUSES 4A OPTION
CHEMOTHERAPY RESISTANCE AND PARASITE CONTROL 4B OPTION
GRAND CHALLENGES IN MEDICAL MICROBIOLOGY 4D OPTION
Programme alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised In exceptional circumstances however the University may withdraw or alter a programme For more information please see Student contract
OUR INTERNATIONAL LINKS
You will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad There are currently two options available the Erasmus+ Programme and the International Exchange Programme See Study abroad
