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4 Years On Campus Bachelors Program
University of BristolThis four-year BSc Medical Microbiology with Study in Industry allows you to build rigorous scientific understanding while earning real-world experience through a third-year industry placement—ideal if you're passionate about the molecular mechanisms of infectious disease and want a head start in research or biotech. You’ll gain a solid foundation in topics like microbiology, immunology, pathology, and antibiotic resistance in the first two years, and then apply those skills as an embedded employee in a lab or company that matters.
Curriculum Structure
Year 1
You’ll begin with a broad grounding in biomedical sciences, taking practical and theoretical units in microbiology, diseases caused by microorganisms, immunology, pathology, and biochemistry, all supported by the dynamic eBiolabs online lab manual to prep you for hands-on sessions.
Year 2
This year takes you deeper into the science—studying the cellular and molecular basis of infectious diseases like shigella, tuberculosis, and SARS-CoV-2, exploring immune system responses and the development of antibiotic resistance. You’ll also develop key career skills through the Biomedical Research, Employability and Enterprise Skills unit.
Year 3 (Industry Placement)
You'll step off-campus to immerse yourself in a relevant workplace: research institutes or biotech/pharma environments, working as an employee on real projects and transferring onto the “Study in Industry” track upon securing a placement.
Year 4 (Final Year)
Returning to Bristol, you’ll engage in specialized infection-related modules, optional units, and conduct a substantive research project or dissertation—either in a university lab or within a hospital setting.
Focus Areas
“Microbiology, infectious disease mechanisms, immunology, pathology, antibiotic resistance, employability skills, industry-based placement, research project.”
Learning Outcomes
“Develop solid expertise in infection biology, hands-on practical and research skills, industry readiness, and the ability to plan and execute scientific investigations independently.”
Professional Alignment (Accreditation)
Though not formally accredited by a professional body, this degree delivers credibility through real-world lab training, employability-focused units, and industry placement—making your profile highly desirable to employers in biotech, pharma, clinical labs, and research institutions.
Reputation (Employability Rankings)
While specific rankings for this program aren’t published, Bristol’s School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine consistently receives strong student satisfaction—96% finding the course intellectually engaging and 91% praising teaching clarity and library support—and sits among top UK universities for life sciences employability.
Right from the start, the BSc Medical Microbiology with Study in Industry blends rigorous hands-on training with modern tools and high-quality facilities to prepare you for lab work and industry settings. You'll benefit from digital resources, employability-focused modules, and access to real-world research environments—building confidence and technical skill along the way:
Here’s how you step beyond the lecture theatre:
eBiolabs Digital Lab Manual — an interactive online platform packed with simulations, quizzes, and videos to help you master practical techniques before entering the lab.
State-of-the-Art Teaching & Research Laboratories — situated in the Biomedical Sciences Building, these spaces support everything from core microbiology experiments to advanced infection research.
Biomedical Research, Employability & Enterprise Skills Unit (Year 2) — sharpens your transferable workplace competencies and prepares you to succeed in research or industry roles.
Year 3 Industry Placement — work as a full-time industrial or research lab member at biotech firms or research institutions, applying your knowledge in real-world contexts.
Final-Year Research Project or Dissertation — conduct independent research in either a university or hospital lab, supported by experienced academics; your findings could even contribute to scientific publications.
Advanced Microbiology & Molecular Laboratories — gain experience with automated systems like QIAsymphony SP, QIAgility pipetting robots, QuantStudio 7 Flex, and KingFisher Flex for high-throughput PCR and pathogen analysis.
BioSuite, Genomics & Imaging Facilities — work with sophisticated tools for microbial culture, genomics, transcriptomics, and advanced imaging across the Faculty of Health & Life Sciences.
Graduates emerge ready to take on dynamic roles such as Clinical Microbiologist, Biotechnology Research Assistant, Infection Control Specialist, or Pharmaceutical Scientist, thanks to a unique blend of lab-based learning, research experience, and industry exposure:
Dedicated Careers Support: The University’s Careers Service offers one-on-one appointments, comprehensive digital tools, employer networking events, and career fairs—and lifelong access for up to three years post-graduation.
Outstanding Employability Reputation: Bristol ranks joint 7th in the UK and 49th globally for graduate employability (QS, 2022), and is the 5th most targeted university by top UK employers.
Strong University–Industry Links: Your year in industry places you with major organizations—students have previously completed placements at firms such as GlaxoSmithKline, Eli Lilly, Illumina, Pfizer Vaccines Medical Affairs, Sterling Pharma, and the Centre for Process Innovation.
Long-Term Professional Value: While not officially accredited, your practical skills, research experience, and industry placement package give your CV serious weight with employers in clinical, biotech, pharmaceutical, and public health sectors.
Excellent Graduate Outcomes: The broader Cellular & Molecular Medicine programs report that graduates quickly find meaningful employment—many go into research, diagnostics, industry labs, public health, or even non-scientific careers like finance, consulting, or education.
**Further Academic Progression:
If academic research or specialized studies excite you, this degree is a strong springboard to postgraduate paths. Graduates often continue to MSc or PhD programs in fields such as infectious disease, immunology, microbiology, cancer biology, or biotechnology, and some even pursue further medical, dental, or veterinary training. These pathways are strongly supported within the School.
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