The Bachelor of Science in Microbiology with Human Movement Science at the University of Zululand combines the study of microbial life with human physiology and exercise science — a distinctive combination relevant to sports medicine, exercise immunology, infectious disease research, and health science. The programme explores how microbial organisms affect human health, athletic performance, and disease, alongside the physiology and biomechanics of human movement. It prepares graduates for careers in health research, clinical sport science, and laboratory-based health science.
English: NSC Level 4
Mathematics: NSC Level 4
Physical Sciences: NSC Level 4
Life Sciences or Agricultural Sciences: NSC Level 4
APS: Minimum 28 points
Sports and Exercise Immunologist – Research the interaction between exercise, immune function, and infection risk for sport science institutes or research universities.
Clinical Laboratory Technician – Perform microbiological testing in hospital pathology labs, supporting diagnosis and treatment of infectious diseases.
Exercise and Infection Researcher – Investigate the microbiome, inflammation, and infectious disease in the context of physical activity for health research institutions.
Sport Scientist – Apply exercise physiology knowledge to athlete performance, recovery, and health management in professional sport or high-performance programmes.
Public Health Researcher – Study the intersection of physical activity, microbial disease burden, and health outcomes in South African communities.
