MBiolSci Biological Sciences (Microbiology)
About this course
MBiolSci in Biological Sciences and Microbiology. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, and Research Methods. The first three years are shared with the BSc programme, with the option of a Year in Industry or Year Abroad between years two and three. The programme is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.
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Entry requirements
A level: ABB, including at least two relevant science subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 80%
- Assessment and feedback: 81%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 80%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 5%
- Moved to a lower qualification: 5%
What graduates do next
Based on about 39 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 53%
- Working and studying: 12%
- Further study: 18%
- Unemployed: 7%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 15%
- Administrative occupations: 15%
- Elementary occupations: 10%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Teaching Professionals: 10%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 55%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 40%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 205 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 4%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 27%
- West Midlands: 7%
- East of England: 15%
- London: 16%
- South East: 15%
- South West: 4%
- Wales: 3%
- Scotland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 230 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 91%
- Baccalaureate: 1%
- Access course: 1%
- Foundation course: 1%
- Other HE qualification: 1%
- Other qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Core Laboratory Techniques
- MBiolSci Research Project
- The Molecules of Life: An Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- The Cell: An Introduction to Cell Biology and Microbiology
- From Individuals to Populations: An Introduction to Genetics
- Multicellular Organisation: An Introduction to Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
- Biodiversity and Behaviour
- Principles of Microbiology
- Research Skills 1
- Research Skills 2
- Medical Microbiology
- Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology
- Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology (with science enterprise trip)
- Genomes
- Physiology and Pharmacology
- Physiology of Excitable Cells
- Protein Structure and Function
- Global Change Biology and Conservation
- Introduction to Python programming for Bioscientists
- Contemporary Techniques in Biological Data Analysis
- Exercise Physiology and Pharmacology
- Bioinformatics
- Behavioural Neurobiology
- Neurobiology and Animal Behaviour
- A Field Guide to Evolution
- From Genes to Proteins
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Genes, Development and Inheritance
- Research Project A (Experimental)
- Research Project C
- Research Project B (Analytical)
- Molecular and Cellular Immunology
- Microbial Biotechnology
- Evolutionary Genetics
- Gene Expression: Molecular Basis and Medical Relevance
- Human Genetics
- Molecular and Cellular Pharmacology
- Molecular and Cellular Neuroscience
- Comparative Neurobiology
- Biodiversity in Practice
- Sustainability Enterprise Partnership Project
- Microbial Pathogenesis and Genomics
- Human and Environmental Microbiology
- Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology
- Neuroscience Futures
- Physiology, Pharmacology and Behaviour
- Cellular Physiology of the Cardiovascular System
- Behavioural Ecology
- Introduction to Astrobiology and the Origins of Life
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MBiolSci Biological Sciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester earn?
The median salary is £26,500 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £33,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £26,500 and £43,500. The £33,000 median after five years is £1,500 less than the UK median for Biosciences.
What do graduates of MBiolSci Biological Sciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester do next?
83% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MBiolSci Biological Sciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MBiolSci Biological Sciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
Is MBiolSci Biological Sciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
Does MBiolSci Biological Sciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on MBiolSci Biological Sciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.