MSc Microbiome Science

Overview

The MSc in Microbiome Sciences is a full-time intensive programme running for 12 months from the date of first registration.

Students take modules to the value of 90 credits, comprising of lectures and hands-on-training through an independent research project that can take place in UCC or at another academic institution in Ireland or internationally. Students wishing to undertake the research project outside of UCC will first discuss this proposal with the programme Director. In each instance, this will be considered on case-by-case basis and only following discussion with programme Director. Where students are permitted to undertake the research project outside of UCC, this will only be following approval by the programme Director.

This MSc programme provide students with a formal qualification, the knowledge and skills that are required for careers in academia or industry.

The graduate attributes and skills encompass various areas, such as receiving hands-on training in microbiome science in world-leading laboratories in APC Microbiome Ireland and the School of Microbiology. They will also learn to develop and implement skills in data analysis and manuscript preparation/grant-writing. Furthermore, students will demonstrate motivation and initiative to undertake independent and critical research thinking to develop research projects in the area of microbiome science and present a well-structured thesis.

The MSc Degree is awarded to successful candidates after passing 60 credits of taught modules and completion of a 30 credit independent research dissertation on a novel topic and/or application, in microbiome science.

Programme Requirements

For information about modules, module choice, options and credit weightings, please go to Programme Requirements