Overview

At Microbiology from The University of the West Indies you will discover:

that microbial life has an amazing diversity

the structure and function of microbial cells

the importance of the roles of microorganisms in ecology, including pathogenesis

the significance of microorganisms in food, agriculture, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic industries

Careers

Microbiologist in Medical and Clinical Labs

Microbiologist in Food and Water Analysis Labs

Microbiologist in Bioprocessing and Fermentation Labs

Bioinformatics Analyst

Public and Environmental Health Officer

Quality Assurance Officer

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Methods in Microbiology

Eukaryotic Microbes

Ecology of Microorganisms

Microbial Pathogenesis

Essential Virology

Microbiology of Food

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

93 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bridgetown, Barbados

Disciplines

Microbiology

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Minimum of five (5) CSEC (CXC) General Proficiency (Grades I-III) or GCE O-Level subjects

Compulsory - English Language and Mathematics and two (2) approved laboratory science subjects and one (1) other subject

Passes in at least two 2-unit CAPE/GCE A-Level subjects according to the field of study

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18650 USD / year

≈ 18650 USD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

3150 USD / year

≈ 3150 USD / year

Additional Details

Contributing Countries Contributing Countries: BBD$6,300/ Non-contributing Countries: BBD$37,300fixed

Living costs

Bridgetown

Barbados

1960 - 2590 BBD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Overview

Careers

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Bridgetown

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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