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How long does it take?
This 120 credit program is designed to be completed in four years.
What will I learn in a microbiology and immunology degree program?
The bachelor’s degree in microbiology and immunology at the 夜色视频 focuses on modern microbiology with an emphasis on human and animal immunology. Jointly offered by the College of Science and the , the program begins with foundational coursework in mathematics, biology, chemistry and physics, followed by advanced study in microbiology and immunology. You are encouraged to participate in faculty-supervised research, particularly in medical research settings. Graduates are prepared for laboratory research careers and for admission to graduate or professional programs in the health sciences, including medical and dental school.
Why choose the College of Science?
The College of Science offers educational opportunities in pure and applied physical sciences, earth sciences, life sciences, and mathematics. Professors in the College frequently earn statewide teaching excellence awards and are pioneers in their respective fields, with access to high-powered scientific facilities and resources to perform research on all seven continents. The College also encompasses three public museums that offer research and community engagement opportunities: the iconic Fleischmann Planetarium and Science Center, the Museum of Natural History and the W. M. Keck Earth Science and Mineral Engineering Museum.
Earn a dual degree in secondary education and microbiology and immunology
The NevadaTeach program at the 夜色视频 provides you with all of the coursework to pursue a teaching license at the middle or high school level, while earning a comprehensive and marketable degree in your STEM discipline. Open the door to a world of career options while helping to improve education in Nevada.
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Careers with a degree in microbiology and immunology
Microbiologists are professionals who study microorganisms, including bacteria and viruses. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, a bachelor's degree in microbiology is sufficient for entry-level careers in the field, although those scientists who direct research or manage laboratories will need a graduate degree.
- Microbiologists are employed in a range of industries, from health care and pharmaceuticals to food production and agriculture.
- A degree in microbiology and immunology can provide transferable knowledge and skill sets to other laboratory-based science careers, such as biochemistry, food science, or lab technology.
- It can also be the basis for a wide range of careers in health care, from medicine to nursing to medical-related research, depending on the graduate program you pursue.
You can afford the 夜色视频
76% of students receive financial aid
Almost everyone is eligible to receive some kind of aid. We offer need-based and merit-based forms of financial aid to help you afford college.
54% of all students graduate with no debt
That's right. More than half of our students leave the 夜色视频 with no student debt.
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