Microbiology

About this course

Microbiology is the study of microorganisms, the bacteria, viruses, fungi and other microscopic forms of life that are invisible to the naked eye yet essential to almost every aspect of life on Earth. Microbes cycle nutrients through ecosystems, make food fermentation possible, drive biotechnological processes and cause the infectious diseases that remain among the most significant threats to human and animal health globally. Understanding them is not a niche scientific interest but a fundamental requirement for addressing challenges from antibiotic resistance to pandemic preparedness, from food security to environmental remediation. At Aberystwyth University you will study for three years full-time, exploring the biology of bacteria, fungi and viruses alongside their roles in infectious disease in humans, animals and plants. You will develop scientific and analytical skills through lab

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 40% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 48 / 100Business and public service associate professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Research and Development (RandD) and Other Research Professionals · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Natural and social science professionals · 0% of graduatescards →

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