Bsc biological sciences in microbiology in University of leicester

Microorganisms (viruses, bacteria, fungi and protozoa) play a crucial role in many of the Earth's physical and biological processes; they help to purify our waste water and clean up pollution. Mankind has used them for thousands of years in the production of foods and drinks but other types can cause new devastating diseases. Microorganisms are the oldest inhabitants of the Earth, yet we have only discovered a small fraction of all the microbes that exist.In this course you will gain a broad appreciation of the biology of organisms of microscopic size and of the mammalian immune response to infection.

A-levels: typical offer AAB/ABB, normally including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology (preferred), Chemistry, Physics or Maths. We may consider two AS-levels in place of one A2-level. General Studies not accepted.GCSE: At least Grade C in both English Language and Maths (if not held at A-level).International Baccalaureate: Pass Diploma with 32/30 points, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology (preferred), Chemistry, Physics or Maths at Grade 6 at higher level.IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Biological scientist, Biotechnologist, Healthcare scientist, clinical biochemistry, Clinical research associate, Forensic scientist, Nanotechnologist.

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