About the course

Microbiology is the study of microscopic organisms including bacteria, viruses and fungi. Microorganisms play key roles in ecosystems and human civilization. They can both cause and prevent a wide array of diseases in humans, animals, and plants. Microbes contribute to many environmental processes, from soil formation to detoxifying polluted environments. In industry, they are key components in the manufacturing of foods such as bread and cheese, and they contain a wealth of useful compounds and enzymes for biotechnology and medicine.

　　The Microbiology major is administered by the Department of Microbiology and Plant Pathology. Both B.S. and B.A. degrees are offered. The major allows students to meet requirements for a large variety of post-graduate professional programs. Students earning a bachelor’s degree in Microbiology will be prepared for a number of career options. They may continue studies in Microbiology at the graduate level, or enter professional schools in medicine, pharmacy, optometry, dentistry, physician’s assistant, nursing, medical laboratory science, and veterinary medicine, among other health professions. They will also be prepared for technical careers in medicine, agriculture, biotechnology, pharmacology, forensics, patent law, and environmental fields. Finally, they will be equipped to pursue a teaching certificate in science. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2021	Riverside
Winter (January), 2024	Riverside
Spring (March), 2024	Riverside
Fall (September), 2024	Riverside
Winter (January), 2025	Riverside
Spring (March), 2025	Riverside
Fall (September), 2025	Riverside
Winter (January), 2026	Riverside
Spring (March), 2026	Riverside

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California

If English is not the applicant’s native language, or the language of instruction at school, English proficiency must be demonstrated in one of these ways:

　　• Pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 80 or higher (iBT).

　　• Pass the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a score of 600 or higher on the Paper Based Test (PBT).

　　• Pass the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) with a score of 6.5 or higher.

　　• Score 560 or higher on the Writing section of the SAT or 31 or higher on the new SAT Writing and Language test.

　　• Score 24 or higher on the combined ACT English/Writing or English Language Arts (ELA).

　　• Achieve a score of 3, 4 or 5 on the AP Exam in English Language and Composition or English Literature and Composition.

　　• Achieve a score of 6 or 7 on the International Baccalaureate (IB) Higher Level Examination in English (Language A).

　　• Complete a rigorous set of courses in secondary school (Grades 9–12). Complete a high level of academic achievement: To meet minimum requirements to be considered for UC Riverside selection, you must earn a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.4 on a 4.0 scale (equivalent to an 85 percent on a 100 percent scale).

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of California. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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