Masters degrees

This dynamic MSc in Microbiology offers an in-depth exploration of medical, environmental, and applied microbiology, placing you at the forefront of biosciences. Throughout this course, you’ll gain a deep understanding of core concepts in microbiology, including the functions of microorganisms and their interactions with hosts and environments. You’ll also examine the broader societal impacts of microbiology and learn how it can be leveraged to promote sustainability and benefit society. In addition to expanding your theoretical knowledge, you’ll develop essential laboratory and bioinformatics skills, equipping you with the practical expertise needed for a successful career in various sectors, including academia and industry.

Master’s by Research degrees place emphasis on research and do not include taught modules or learning through seminars and lectures. Instead, you’ll focus on your chosen research area and give yourself experience of what research life is like. Your research could be carried out in a laboratory or outside of UEA, depending on the School in which you are researching in.

This course provides extensive conceptual understanding and diverse practical experience within evolutionary biology and genomics. The unique, world-leading expertise available across the Norwich Research Park, will provide you with excellent training in all aspects of modern evolutionary studies, including genomics and phenomics, from experimental design to bioinformatics, and spanning field and laboratory systems.

This course provides the strongest possible grounding for a career devoted to minimising crop losses to help feed the world and protect the environment. You will understand what makes plant pathogens virulent, the basis of plant immunity, how the next discoveries are made through experimental and computational approaches, what makes global response strategies successful and how to lead such a response.