Applied Microbiology: University of the West of England

This programme offers you the opportunity to study abroad for up to a year in the USA at Virginia Commonwealth University. The programmes in applied biological sciences are designed for those interested in taking a hands-on approach to studying biology. You select a variety of modules, working at the cutting edge of biological sciences using state-of-the-art equipment and learning support materials.
Laboratories are very well equipped with a wide range of modern equipment, including specialist kit for molecular biology, cell culture suites to support immunology, virology and microbiology and an extensive range of machines to measure human performance physiology. There are extensive facilities for microscopy, with an electron microscopy suite, and for protein engineering using fermentation technology.
Many graduates choose to engage in further study, including MPhil/PhD research degrees or taught Master's programmes. Some 70% of our graduates follow careers in biological sciences; in particular, research and development work in the pharmaceutical, health care and agrochemical sectors.