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Microbiology

microbiology

Other/Related Variations

· Applied Microbiology

· Evolution & Ecology

· Global Disease Biology

· Immunology & Infectious Disease

· Medical Microbiology

· Microbial Diversity

· Microbial Physiology & Molecular Genetics

Degree Type/Duration

· Associate’s Degree (2 years)

· Bachelors’ Degree (4 years)

· Master’s Degree (Varies)

· Doctorate Degree (Varies)

Overview

Students looking to understand microorganisms and their relationships with other organisms often pursue a microbiology degree. Microbiology programs prepares students to apply knowledge of microbiology in medicine, agriculture, or other various industries.

Coursework may cover the following areas: Microbiology, Biology, Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, Statistics, Biochemistry, Laboratory, Molecular Cell Biology, Bacteriology, Parastiology, Insects, Genetics & Genomics, Virology, Foodborne Hazards, Physiology, Immunology, Food Microbiology, Food and Health, Mathematics

Concentrations/Options

· Biomedical

· Business

· Environmental Science

Potential Career Paths

· Animal Geneticist

· Fermentation Scientist

· Food Safety Specialist

· Microbiologist

· Plant Geneticist

· Plant Pathologist

· Research and Development Manager