Microbiology and Immunology

They want the research to make positive change in the real world. The Microbiology and Immunology program is offered by University of Nottingham has a strong research-led emphasis with material directly linked to the specialisms of the course facilitators, such as COVID-19, antimicrobial resistance, and the role of immunity in health and disease.

This Microbiology and Immunology program offered by University of Nottingham combines detailed instruction of microbes, the immune responses to them and the complex interplays that result in disease or clearance. As a result, the graduates are uniquely qualified to develop and assess highly nuanced novel methods of studying and treating infections.

You will receive advanced instruction into host cell control mechanisms, immune responses to infections and how diverse pathogens manipulate these to cause disease in humans. Introductory modules during this period facilitate students wishing to transition from other biology-related disciplines or aid those who have taken a break from learning. 

Course alumni frequently progress onto PhDs or into roles within industry or national government laboratories. 

By studying with them, you will:

• gain direct experience of a variety of molecular biology, microbial and immunological techniques,
• learn how to interpret data, critically evaluate published scientific research papers and draw independent conclusions,

• have the opportunity to study an aspect of microbiology and/or immunology in greater depth through completion of a 60 credit research project.

Career

Students from the MSc courses have gone on to positions including:

• PhD Immunology
• PhD School of Veterinary Sciences, University of Cambridge
• PhD University of Nottingham
• Senior House Officer (SHO) in Medical Microbiology
• Research Assistant in Immunology
• Research Technicians
• Senior Registrar (SpR) in Medical Microbiology
• PhD London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
• Infection Control Nurses
• NHS Clinical Scientists
• Regulatory Affairs Specialist - AMGEM Biotech
• Clinical Trial Data Managers
• Application Specialist Biological Sciences – Japan
• Biomedical Scientists (BMS1)
• Graduate Entry Medicine
• Biomedical Scientist Scientific Training program (STP)

Courses include:

• Immunity and the Immune System

• Viral Pathogenesis and Infection

• Bacterial Pathogenesis and Infections

• Innate Immune Recognition

• Core Research Methods: Transferable Research Skills

• Core Research Methods: Molecular Techniques