MSc Molecular Microbiology at Anglia Ruskin University

Programme overview

Develop specialist molecular microbiology expertise to tackle global infectious disease challenges. You can choose to start this course in September, January or May. Course durations may vary slightly and you can contact us for more information.

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years with professional experience | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027, January 2027, May 2027 | Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Explore the field of medical diagnostics, focusing on current techniques and issues such as antimicrobial resistance, drug delivery, and translational medicine. Through lectures, seminars and critical discussions you’ll develop a strong knowledge base and critical appraisal skills, with flexibility to tailor topics to your interests. Year 1: Contemporary Medical Diagnostics, Microbial Pathogenicity, Laboratory Techniques in Applied Bioscience, Professional and Ethical Practice, Research Methods and Preparation, Masters Research Project.

Career pathways

Gain specialist expertise for careers in microbiology research, healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and public health. After graduation, you can pursue roles including microbiologist, research scientist, laboratory specialist or infection control professional, applying molecular approaches to understand microorganisms, investigate disease, and develop new diagnostics, treatments and preventative strategies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You'll need a first-class honours degree or an upper-second (2:1), in a science related subject or cognate subject from a UK Higher Education Institute or equivalent, or the equivalent in experiential learning (a minimum of five years of qualifying employment). Applicants with a 2:2 in a related degree may be considered and may be required to partake in an interview. All students are expected to be proficient in English and must fulfil or exceed the standard University requirements. For those students for whom English is not their main language, English certification at IELTS 6.5, or equivalent, is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,275 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: UK students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

International applicants: GBP 20,925 a year (2027/28). Tuition fee: International students starting 2027/28 (full-time, per year) Source

Intake: September 2027, January 2027, May 2027

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years with professional experience

Apply through the official page: https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/apply-online?course=&route=p1272,p1281

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