About the course

This major provides a broad foundation in science, with emphasis in microbiology. The program also provides the basis for professional studies, such as medicine, dentistry, or forensic or clinical laboratory science. Elective microbiology courses are organized by interest group -- cell and molecular biology, immunology and medical microbiology, microbe biology and microbial biotechnology -- with students selecting a set of electives according to their interests. Upon completion of the program, graduates may apply for certification with the National Registry of Microbiologists of the American Society for Microbiology.

　　The objective of the Bachelor of Science degree program with a major in microbiology is to provide a broad foundation in science, with emphasis in microbiology. In order to assist students in planning a course of study, elective microbiology courses are organized by interest group (cell and molecular biology, immunology and medical microbiology, microbe biology, and microbial biotechnology) and students are advised in personal consultations to select a set of electives according to their interests. Thus, different emphases may be chosen by students intending to acquire technical competence in the field, to pursue graduate education in microbiology or another biological science, or to attain competence in a basic medical science preparatory to or in conjunction with professional study in human or veterinary medicine. On completion of the program, graduates may apply for certification with the National Registry of Microbiologists of the American Society for Microbiology.

　　In addition to the general degree requirements of the College of Natural Science, the undergraduate program in microbiology encompasses fundamental training in chemistry, mathematics, physics, and biology. This foundation provides the prerequisites for undertaking the basic courses in microbiology. 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: US$172,128

Intake	Location
Fall (August), 2024	East Lansing
Fall (August), 2025	East Lansing

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Michigan State University

Academic performance in high school. All Official Transcripts. TOEFL IBT - 79. TOEFL PBT - 550. IELTS - 6.5.

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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