MBiolSci Medical Biosciences (Microbiology)
About this course
MBiolSci in Biological Sciences and Microbiology, covering medical biosciences and infectious disease. Core topics include Programming, Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, and Research Methods. The first three years mirror the Medical Microbiology BSc, with an option for a Year in Industry or Year Abroad between Years 2 and 3. The fourth year centres on an independent research project, and the programme holds Royal Society of Biology accreditation.
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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%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Elementary occupations: 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
- Introduction to Medical Bioscience
- Medical Microbiology
- Research Skills 1
- Research Skills 2
- Principles of Microbiology
- Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology
- Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology (with science enterprise trip)
- Genomes
- Protein Structure and Function
- Global Change Biology and Conservation
- Physiology and Pharmacology
- Physiology of Excitable Cells
- Introduction to Python programming for Bioscientists
- Exercise Physiology and Pharmacology
- Contemporary Techniques in Biological Data Analysis
- Genes, Development and Inheritance
- Bioinformatics
- From Genes to Proteins
- Behavioural Neurobiology
- Neurobiology and Animal Behaviour
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Advanced Topics in Medical Microbiology
- 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
- Structural Biology
- Biodiversity in Practice
- Sustainability Enterprise Partnership Project
- Human and Environmental Microbiology
- Microbial Pathogenesis and Genomics
- Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology
- Neuroscience Futures
- Physiology, Pharmacology and Behaviour
- Cellular Physiology of the Cardiovascular System
- Introduction to Astrobiology and the Origins of Life
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MBiolSci Medical Biosciences (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 Medical Biosciences (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 Medical Biosciences (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 Medical Biosciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester?
The typical offer is ABB at A level. The average entrant had 114 UCAS points.
Is MBiolSci Medical Biosciences (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 Medical Biosciences (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 Medical Biosciences (Microbiology) at University of Leicester?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 5% left higher education.