Infection, Microbiology and Microbiomes

Develop research expertise and cutting-edge skills to address global challenges including infectious diseases, AMR, and the rapidly evolving field of microbiomes, which is crucial for human, animal, and environmental health within the Institute of Infection, Veterinary and Ecological Sciences. Equip yourself for a range of careers in academia, biotechnology, healthcare, and public health. Leverage Liverpool’s strength in One Health to play a pivotal role in shaping solutions for the future of global health and beyond. This programme offers a unique opportunity to gain expertise to address and communicate complex global issues. Explore infection, microbiology and the role of microbiomes in health, disease and the environment. Benefit from world-class facilities, expert supervision, and a vibrant scientific community. The programme includes Research Foundations, a 90-credit research project and specialized modules (60 credits). Choose a research project that aligns with your interests and collaborate with internationally recognized scientists, gaining hands-on experience with access to the Centre for Genomic Research (CGR) and the NERC Environmental Omics Facility (NEOF) and join the Microbiome Innovation Centre (MIC) and its active community of researchers. Specialized modules can complement your research, allowing you to dive deeper into a range of topics and develop interdisciplinary skills in high demand across sectors. Graduates will be well-positioned to pursue competitive careers in biomedical and biological research, in academia, public sector agencies and leading pharmaceutical/biotech companies. This master’s in research is for graduates from a Biomedical Sciences, Biological Sciences or Bioveterinary Sciences background who want to develop understanding and research skills across the fields of infection and disease, microbiology in health and the environment, microbiomes and their interplay from a One Health perspective. This MRes will equip students with t

IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0

International students: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

UK students: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619

UK/Home: Full-time place, per year - £5,238; Part-time: £2,619

International: Full-time place, per year - £32,200; Part-time: £16,100

28 September 2026

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• Liverpool, United Kingdom