Microbiology, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

Enhance your understanding of Earth's dominant life forms and contribute to globally impactful research through the BSc Microbiology with Professional Experience course.Join the UK's oldest microbiology department to hone laboratory skills in state-of-the-art facilities, guided by world-leading experts in virology and bacteriology. 97% of School of Biological Sciences students rated teaching staff highly for explaining concepts (National Student Survey 2024, 97.31% of responders). The curriculum covers microbial properties, genetics, and physiology, with electives in medical, environmental, or food microbiology. Gain practical experience via a year-long industrial placement or paid vacation studentship, plus Society for General Microbiology membership and industry connections.For details, visit: https://www.reading.ac.uk/ready-to-study/study/subject-area/biological-sciences-ug/bsc-microbiology-with-professional-experience