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Overview
The training offered is suitable for a professional career in microbiology, which may lead to employment in the food industry, clinical microbiology, biotechnology, and pharmaceuticals; or federal agencies such as the Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Public Health Service, and Environmental Protection Agency.
At the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the program degree in Microbiology is also suitable as preparation for graduate studies leading to academic careers and professional careers in medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine, pharmacy, and health-related fields. (Completion of the microbiology baccalaureate degree program does not automatically fulfill the admission requirements for application to a given professional program. Students considering application to a professional program are strongly encouraged to work with their advisor to ensure that admission requirements are met during completion of the microbiology degree.)
Career Opportunities
- Some of the most important scientific discoveries have been made by microbiologists. Microbiologists can be found working in a variety of settings, from traditional laboratory to fields and streams.
- A bachelor of science degree in microbiology prepares you for a wide range of important careers in health care, environmental, biofuels and bioenergy, forensic science, education, government or private industry labs, the food industry and many more.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Microbiology
- Molecular Microbiology Laboratory
- Microbiology Laboratory
- Molecular Genetics
- Microbial Physiology
- Immunology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 61
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6
Credits
120 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Microbiology View 357 other Masters in Microbiology in United StatesAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. 2
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 61
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6
Other requirements
General requirements
- Transcripts: You will self-report your academic record. Use an unofficial transcript to fill in your information
- ACT/SAT
- After you've taken the ACT or SAT, request the testing institution to send us your official scores. Our codes are: ACT: 2482 and SAT: 6877
- Application Fee: There is a $45 application fee payable with a credit card or a check. Make the check out to the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and put the applicant's name on the memo line
- Scholarship Statement: To be considered for leadership and diversity scholarships, you must write a 500-word essay all about you. Focus on leadership, career goals and community service
Tuition Fee
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International
830 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 830 USD per credit and a duration of 48 months. -
National
830 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 830 USD per credit and a duration of 48 months. -
In-State
259 USD/creditTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 259 USD per credit and a duration of 48 months.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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