About the course

Medical microbiology explores the world of microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses and parasites, and how they interact with both humans and animals. This degree program provides you with excellent academic training and laboratory experiences in the areas of microbiology, infectious disease and public health. Graduates are prepared for successful careers in biotechnology or public health, or for entry into graduate school or health professional programs. Students receive outstanding academic preparation and intensive lab experiences that position them for successful careers. The Medical Microbiology major has highly experienced faculty with demonstrated excellence in teaching, research and career guidance. Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities in faculty research labs, the Hubbard Center for Genome Studies, the University Instrumentation Center, and the NH Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory located on campus. Internships are possible at biotechnology companies in the Greater Boston area or at the NH Department of Public Health Laboratories.

　　POTENTIAL CAREER AREAS - Biotechnology industry, Research in academic, medical, biotechnology sector, or government labs

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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
Spring (January), 2024	Durham
Fall (September), 2024	Durham
Spring (January), 2025	Durham
Spring (January), 2025	Durham
Fall (September), 2025	Durham
Spring (January), 2026	Durham

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of New Hampshire

Official secondary and/or university transcript(s) of any coursework taken prior to applying to UNH, with English translations, are required.

　　Minimum TOEFL score is 80 (internet version), 550 (paper version), 213 (computer version)

　　Recommended minimum IELTS score is 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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