Course overview

We want our research to make positive change in the real world. By continuing your studies as a postgraduate at Nottingham your innovative ideas and passion will directly contribute to the important work we do. You’ll be taught by active researchers and collaborate with research groups in the university tackling the latest medical microbiology and immunological problems such as Covid-19, antimicrobial resistance, and the role of immunity in health and disease. Key topics that the course include introduction to immunology and microbiology, the molecular basis of bacterial and viral pathogenesis, novel immune therapeutics, and the cellular and molecular basis of innate immunity. By studying with us, you will:

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• acquire advanced knowledge of medical microbiology and immunology to prepare you for future scientific research
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• gain direct experience of a variety of molecular biology, microbial and immunological techniques
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• train to carry out critical evaluation of published scientific papers
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• opportunity to study in greater depth selected aspects of microbiology and/or immunology through completion of a research project

Careers

Expert staff can help you research career options and job vacancies, build your CV or resume, develop your interview skills and meet employers.

Each year 1,100 employers advertise graduate jobs and internships through our online vacancy service. We host regular careers fairs, including specialist fairs for different sectors.

International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the Graduate immigration route. Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.