Biomedical Science (Medical Microbiology) MSc at Middlesex University

Study microbiology with us and build a career in the health service, research or the pharmaceutical sector. Microbiology is the study of tiny organisms that can be harmful or helpful to us. With the recent pandemic and rise of new diseases, studying microbiology is more relevant than ever.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology  |  Department: Department of Natural Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time (part-time available)  |  Intake: September 2026  |  Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

- all types of infectious agents, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, viruses and prions, and develop an understanding of how they replicate and are transmitted as well as being able to identify and classify them Modules include Infectious Agents and Diagnosis, Human Infectious Diseases, Prevention and Control, Experimental Design and Statistics, Bioethics, Advanced Bioanalytical Techniques, Leadership and Management, Research Project.

Career pathways

Biomedical science is the second largest profession registered by the Health Professions Council and there is a high demand for well-qualified graduates. The range of roles open to graduates is vast and many have gone on to work in medical or pharmaceutical research, in primary care in surgeries and clinics, or in the community, identifying health risks, educating people about infection prevention and helping to stop the spread of disease.

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