2.5-Term Pathway - Foundation Certificate for Science and Engineering - Transfer to Master of Science - Medical Microbiology

Program Description

Build a future by studying in the UK, with a pathway course at Kaplan International College (KIC) London. Situated in the world’s top academic city (QS Best Student Cities 2019), the College will prepare students for a university degree, and for a successful career.

Study at one of the most respected international colleges in London, and progress to one of 8 universities, including the University of Bristol.

The University of Bristol is a highly ranked Russell Group university with a fantastic reputation. Students will join a global community of students from more than 150 countries, and enjoy life in one of the UK’s most exciting cities.

In the first year students will gain a broad understanding of biomedical science and take units in microbiology and diseases caused by microorganisms. In addition to learning about the immune system, students will also study pathology and biochemistry.

In year two they will study the cellular and molecular basis of human diseases caused by microorganisms, such as shigella and tuberculosis, and viruses. As well as learning about the immune response to a variety of infectious microbes, students will investigate how bacteria acquire antibiotic resistance. The eBiolabs online resources are available to help students prepare for practical laboratory sessions in the first and second year.

They will take three infection units and an optional unit in the third year.

The additional, fourth year includes an extended research project and advanced research skills training with an emphasis on enterprise. Students will plan projects, communicate with a variety of audiences, and learn to translate and commercialise research.

The School of Cellular and Molecular Medicine focuses on turning science into medicine and these courses aim to launch students into a research career with an emphasis on translational research.