Bachelor of Science Honours Microbiology
Overview
The Bachelor of Science Honours – Microbiology is offered on the Pietermaritzburg and Westville campuses. The Microbiology (Hons) specialisation focuses on the study of microorganisms, such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and protozoa, and their roles in various systems. It equips students with specialized knowledge and skills to conduct research, solve problems, and contribute to the advancement of microbiology and related fields.
Entry Requirements
- Applicants are eligible to apply to register for the Microbiology specialisation in the BSc (Hons) programme if they have previously been awarded a Bachelor’s degree with a major in Microbiology
Modules
Semester 1
Pietermaritzburg Campus
- Microbiology Research Skills – MICR721 (16 Credits)
- 16C chosen at Level 7 or 8 approved by the school (16 Credits)
YEARLY MODULE
- Research Project – MICR710 (48 Credits)
Westville Campus
- Specialised Microbial Molecular Techniques – MICR701 (16 Credits)
- Bacteriology – MICR711 (16 Credits)
16C chosen from:
- Molecular Ecology and Systematics – BIOL715 (16 Credits)
- Advanced Genomics and Bioinformatics – GENE703 (16 Credits)
- Mycology – MICR712 (16 Credits)
YEARLY MODULE
- Research Project – MICR710 (48 Credits)
Total Credits: 64 Credits
Semester 2
Pietermaritzburg Campus
- Fermentation Microbiology – MICR722 (16 Credits)
- Environmental Biotechnology – MICR723 (16 Credits)
- Advanced Environmental Microbiology – MICR724 (16 Credits)
YEARLY MODULE
- Research Project – MICR710 (48 Credits)
Westville Campus
- Molecular Genetics – MICR713 (16 Credits)
- Biotechnology – MICR701 (16 Credits)
YEARLY MODULE
- Research Project – MICR710 (48 Credits)
Total Credits: 64 Credits
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