Faculty of Science and Technology

Department of Biological and Chemical Sciences

Undergraduate Programmes

Microbiology Major

Microbiology Major

About the Programme

Apply to do an exciting BSc. Degree with a Major or Minor in Microbiology at the Cave Hill Campus in Barbados.
 

What Will I Study?

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

You will explore and practice techniques in microbiology, e.g., microbiological, biochemical and molecular techniques used for the identification and characterization of microorganisms

Facilities and Resources

Enhance your learning experience by fully utilising our:

  • Teaching complexes
  • Teaching and research laboratories on campus

 

Research

Our Faculty does research in all areas of Microbiology. A few focus areas include:
 

  • Evaluation of microbiological quality of food and water
  • Characterization of biologically active compounds and industrially-important enzymes from marine microorganisms 
  • Optimization of biogenic methane production from agricultural residues
  • Monitoring of antibiotic resistant bacteria
  • Sustainable management of industrial and municipal and seaweed wastes using molecular microbiological approaches.  

Read about our Faculty and Research Projects »»(To be linked)

Career Opportunities

If you want to advance your career as a:

  • 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
  • Continue on to the Postgraduate Programme

Then this degree is for you!

Why Study in Barbados

Come for a semester on Study Abroad or do a full degree in a multicultural learning environment.  Enjoy the beach, experience the culture and excel in your studies.

We welcome local, international and regional students.

Additional Information

Courses are offered in conjunction with other faculties such as Humanities & and Social Sciences

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At a Glance

  • Degree Level: Undergraduate
  • Qualification: BSc
  • Duration: Part time: Minimum 4 years, Full Time: 3 years

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Programme Details

The minimum CAPE (or equivalent) qualifications for entry to the programme can be viewed at the Faculty of Science and Technology Undergraduate Admission Page.

Tuition information can be viewed at the Student Financing Tuition Fees Page.

Information about Payment Plans can be viewed at the Student Financing Payment Plans Page.

To view options for Financial Aid, visit the Student Financing Financial Aid Page.