Biology courses

University of Reading

Microbiology in University of Reading

  • Duration : 12 months
  • Intake : june
  • Level : Postgraduate
  • Tuition & fees : £ 27,231 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 88
  • PTE : 60
  • University Course Details URL : Visit Website


About Microbiology in University of Reading

We emphasise cross-disciplinary and quantitative approaches to research. Our interests span the broad scope of modern biology, from individual molecules to global biodiversity and sustainability.

As a student in our School, you will benefit from access to our outstanding research and teaching facilities. These include the Cole Museum of Zoology and the Herbarium, which contain over 4,000 zoological specimens and around 400,000 plant specimens.

Additionally, we have a range of modern, well-equipped laboratories. These include a purpose-built imaging suite with confocal and super-resolution microscopes; dedicated microbiology laboratories for the study of bacteria and viruses; excellent computing facilities for computer-intensive work in phylogenetics, bioinformatics, protein structure, evolution and population biology; and controlled environment suites for the study of invertebrates and plants. 

Academic qualification equivalents

  • Applicants must have a bachelor’s degree 

English language requirements 

  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL IBT: 88
  • PTE : 60

University of Reading Highlights

Type of University Public
Campus setting Urban
Total Faculty 1,362
Student faculty ratio 15:1
International Students 4806
Total Enrolment 19000
Employment Rate 95%
Tests Accepted for English Proficiency IELTS, TOEFL(IBT)
Financial Aid Scholarships and Awards
Website http://www.reading.ac.uk/

University of Reading Cost of Attendance

A rough estimation of cost of attendance including tuition fees and living costs is given below. Note that the living costs entirely depend on the lifestyle, sponsorships and chosen programs of the students.

The tuition fees at University of Reading are normally paid into two instalments. Some certain courses demand a premium course fee. The tuition fees will be fixed at the same level throughout the course.

Level of study Tuition Fees (in GBP)
Undergraduate Non-laboratory course 17,320
Henley business school accounting & management programmes 18,760
Laboratory or workshop content 20,830
Postgraduate Non-laboratory course 17,000
Laboratory or workshop content 20,600

University of Reading Living Costs

Items Weekly Cost (in GBP)
Accommodation 100-200
Food 36-52
Traveling 14
Entertainment 30
Miscellaneous 20-30

Know more about Studying in UK

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Average Accomodation & Food Costs in UK £850 to £1,050 a month
Entrance Exams in UK TOEFL: 88 | IELTS: 6.5 | PTE: 59 | GMAT: 590
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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

£ 27,231

Total

£ 27,231