Master of Science - Clinical and Molecular Microbiology

The individual shall receive instruction in cutting-edge techniques from globally recognized scholars and will have the opportunity to attend presentations from industry leaders in the field of microbiology from the NHS and the UK Health Security Agency. Graduates have pursued careers with prominent public and private sector organizations such as the NHS trust labs in Nottingham and NASA space agency in the USA. The program boasts a high success rate of students advancing to PhD programs.

With a strong emphasis on clinical diagnostic methods, patient care, and molecular biology techniques in research and diagnostic labs, the accredited course by the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS) aims to provide a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical skills in clinical microbiology to enhance career prospects in this dynamic field.

For NHS trust lab employees seeking part-time study, the option is available to complete the course over two years while still working. These students must have an affiliation with an NHS trust lab and can attend academic lectures at the University of Nottingham one day per week, conducting their research project in their employer’s lab.