University of Strathclyde
Microbiology MSc
University of Strathclyde

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews of 55 graduates of Microbiology MSc and other courses in microbiology and cell science at University of Strathclyde for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in microbiology and cell science.

Overall student satisfaction
84 /100
55 total respondents

Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.

The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in microbiology and cell science

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of microbiology and cell science at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25000 £24500 £26000
25-75 percentile range £22000 - £28000 £18500 - £27000 £22500 - £30500


Salary of all UK Graduates of microbiology and cell science

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £24000 £22479 £27706
25-75 percentile range £21500 - £27500 £18401 - £28010 £22173 - £34773

Course Description

Have an impact on the development of new or improved medicines and the treatment of disease.

Why Microbiology at Strathclyde?

Ranked 4th in the UK for Biological Sciences (Complete University Guide 2022).

Ranked 3rd in the UK for Biological Sciences (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022).

Our courses are underpinned by our strong research base, links with industry, the NHS and international partners.

Accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology

Opportunity to study and take part in lab-based research abroad

Choose at the end of Year 2 to progress to joint Honours or an Integrated Masters degree in any of the biomolecular sciences.

Our MSci programmes are appropriate if you are interested in an academic or research-related career.

Your Career

Graduates have found jobs in the development of drugs, food processing, protecting the environment, fighting disease or slowing the ageing process. Recent graduates are working in a variety of positions including research in academia, NHS/private sector laboratory technician, clinical support worker, and in areas such as medical writing, clinical drug trials, medical sales, and production control. The transferable skills you gain will prepare you for a career not only in science but also in areas such as finance, management, marketing, sales, business and media. IBMS accreditation of the BSc Honours in Biomedical Science ensures that this degree meets the academic requirements for registration as a biomedical scientist with the Health and Care Professions Council which is essential if you wish to pursue a career in an NHS laboratory.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of Microbiology MSc at University of Strathclyde

35% Managers, directors and senior officials
15% Finance Professionals
10% Welfare and housing associate professionals
10% Caring personal services
5% Media Professionals
5% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
5% Business and public service associate professionals
5% Teaching Professionals
5% Sales occupations
5% Media Professionals

Grading & Study Time

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for microbiology and cell science

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study Microbiology, MSc, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Tuition Fees Microbiology MSc

Scotland £1820 year 1
England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
EU £25250 year 1
International £25250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1

Additional fee information

Undergraduate students who live in Scotland will usually have their tuition fees paid by the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS). If you have previously attended university or college or are not sure about your eligibility, you should contact SAAS to check your eligibility to have your fees paid. SAAS will pay your tuition fees directly to Strathclyde.

Most undergraduate students from the rest of the UK (England, Wales and Northern Ireland) will receive a free year of tuition as, assuming no change in Rest of UK fees policy over the period, the total amount payable by undergraduate students will be capped. For students commencing study next session, this is capped at £27,750. Students studying on Integrated Masters degree programmes pay an additional £9,250 for the Masters year with the exception of those undertaking a full-year industrial placement where a separate placement fee will apply.

For further information on tuition fees, additional costs and funding for this programme, please view the "Fees and funding" section on the programme website.

Average student cost of living in the UK

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2025

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of University of Strathclyde in top UK and global rankings.

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About University of Strathclyde

The University of Strathclyde is a prominent research education institution situated in the city of Glasgow, Scotland. Awards and accolades are never far away from their name, having been recognised as university of the year on numerous occasions by Times Higher Education, as well as the 4th best in the UK for Student Satisfaction. The city itself is known for the friendly and humorous locals, as well as the diverse and international student population.

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