A microbiology, cellular and
molecular biology, and biotechnology option is for the student who is
preparing to do graduate work in any area of the laboratory life sciences.
There is high demand for graduates with laboratory research training in the
public and private sectors. Required and supporting courses provide the
background that is essential for admission into life sciences graduate programs
or for employment in biotechnology. The curriculum includes rigorous
coursework in general microbiology, laboratory methods in biotechnology,
and molecular genetics. Core courses will prepare you for any area of
biology. Select courses in virology, immunology, investigative molecular
biology, epidemiology, physiology, bioinformatics, health physics, and
toxicology. Gain competitive graduate school advantage with coursework in
chemistry, biochemistry, and mathematics. Engage with faculty advisors who are
both active in research programs and readily involve students in their research
programs.
Career Path
Recent microbiology and molecular
biology graduates have found employment across a wide range of sectors
including industrial research laboratories, medical communications,
pharmaceutical companies, environmental consultancies and nature conservation
organisations.
1. WASSCE/A level Certificate
2. School Transcript
3. Passport
4. Recommendation Letter
If you do not meet the English language requirements yet, you can achieve the level you need by successfully completing a pre-sessional English programme with the university or submit
