Applied Microbiology

About this course

Microbiology is the science of microorganisms, the vast and extraordinarily diverse world of bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and algae that shape life on Earth in ways far beyond their microscopic scale. Applied microbiology focuses this scientific understanding on practical challenges, from the development of antibiotics and vaccines to fermentation technology, food safety, environmental bioremediation, and the biotechnological applications that underpin modern medicine and industry. It is a discipline with direct real-world relevance, addressing some of the most pressing challenges in human health, food security, and environmental sustainability. At Edinburgh Napier University, this four-year full-time programme gives you a rigorous scientific education in microbiology alongside the applied and professional dimensions that give the degree its distinctive character. You will study

Where its graduates go

The 5 largest scored destinations, covering 50% of graduates; the headline also reflects the subject baseline.

• 55 / 100Administrative occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Natural and social science professionals · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Science, engineering and technology associate professionals · 15% of graduatescards →
• 40 / 100Sales occupations · 5% of graduatescards →
• 22 / 100Conservation and environment professionals · 10% of graduatescards →

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