The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Microbiology)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationStudy in this increasingly important area and you'll learn about immune recognition, vaccine design, infectious disease, microbial biotechnology and parasitology.
You'll also understand the importance of microbiology in environmental, agricultural and industrial settings.
When you undertake honours, you'll be equipped to work as part of a research team in a semi-autonomous manner. You'll learn to identify key questions, plan experiments, acquire new techniques and interpret the results.
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 11 Wyndham St, Herston
- 280-284 Sir Fred Schonell Dr, St Lucia
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Prerequisites
All fields of study (excluding Psychology):Bachelor of Science (or equivalent), with:
- a grade point average (GPA) of 4.0 on a 7-point scale, and
- a GPA of at least 4.5* for 8 units of courses at level 3 or higher relevant to the honours project, and
- have secured an honours project and supervisor, and
- satisfied any additional requirements set by the head of school.
* GPA of at least 5.0 for the Mathematics, Physics, and Statistics fields of study.
Psychology field of study:Bachelor of Science (or equivalent), with:
- a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 for level 2 and 3 courses in the Psychology extended major, and
- satisfied any additional requirements set by the head of school.
Course fees
$9,120
$48,160
$9,120
$48,160
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Microbiology) will prepare you for the following roles.
Research Scientist
A Research Scientist collects and analyses information from scientific tests, trials and experiments. You might work in a particular field of scien...
Biomedical Scientist
A Biomedical Scientist performs medical tests and analyses laboratory results. You might prepare reports on your findings to help medical staff mak...
Food Microbiologist
A Food Microbiologist studies microorganisms that affect food quality, safety, and spoilage. You may work in laboratories, food production faciliti...
Microbiologist
A Microbiologist studies microorganisms and uses their knowledge to develop products such as vaccines or medications. You might focus on a particul...
Nanoscientist
A Nanoscientist conducts research at the atomic and molecular level to develop new materials and technologies. You might work in a research institu...
About The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.
Our core purpose is to deliver for the public good through excellence in education, research and engagement with our communities and partners: local, national and global.
At UQ, we offer rich and varied educational experiences that are designed to foster a sense of belonging, while equipping our students to be leaders within their field with the agility to thrive in a global environment.
