BS Microbiology at University of New Hampshire

Programme overview

The B.S. in Microbiology program provides a comprehensive scientific education in the study of microorganism. Students will explore the diversity microorganisms, along with their genetics, physiology, and interactions with humans and animals, and the environment. The curriculum is rich with hands-on laboratory experiences, and covers topics such as bacterial pathogenesis, microbial ecology, molecular biology, immunology and virology.

Faculty: College of Life Sciences and Agriculture | Department: Microbiology | Duration: 128 credits | Study mode: full-time | Location: Durham, NH, United States

What you will study

128-credit programme. Required courses include CHEM 403 General Chemistry I; CHEM 404 General Chemistry II; MATH 424B Calculus for Life Sciences; PHYS 401 Introduction to Physics I; PHYS 402 Introduction to Physics II; BIOL 411 Introductory Biology: Molecular and Cellular.

Career pathways

Graduates are well prepared for careers in biotechnology, public health, healthcare, food safety, and biological research, as well as for advanced degrees in the biological sciences, medicine and other allied health fields.

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Application information

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Fall semester entry and Spring semester entry for first-year students; Spring Decision plan available.

UNH Manchester: Fall and Spring semester entry for first-year and transfer students.

First-year deadlines: Spring Decision October 15; Early Action November 15; Regular Decision February 1; financial aid priority date March 1. Select majors (Exercise Science, Health Sciences, Nursing, Occupational Therapy, CHHS Undeclared) have a December 1 priority deadline. Applications are made through the Common Application. SAT and ACT scores are optional.

UNH Manchester first-year: Fall Early Action November 15, Fall Regular Decision April 1, Spring November 15; transfer: Fall April 1, Spring November 15; FAFSA priority March 1. Application fee $50 for N.H. residents and $65 for non-residents; SAT/ACT optional.

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.unh.edu/

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