- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- One year, Two years
- Mode
- Part-time
- Subject
- Biological Sciences
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- OCT 2026
Overview
Our research-based MSc Microbiology provides you with training in scientific research methodology, data analysis and scientific techniques appropriate to the research microbiologist.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:2 · Subjects: science-based subject · or above |
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English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.5 overall, no part below 6 |
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If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests. If you don't meet the minimum IELTS requirement, we offer pre-sessional English courses and foundation programmes to help you improve your English language skills and get your place at Birkbeck.
Fees
International students: £20,850 per year
UK students: £12,750 per year
UK/Home: £12,750 per year
International: £20,850 per year
Start dates
October 2026, January 2027
Application deadline
main deadline for international applicants requiring a Student visa
Campus
- Central London, United Kingdom
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