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Bachelor of Science in Microbiology and Biotechnology | Wits

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Duration

3 year(s)

Type

Bachelor's Degree

Delivery

Full-time

Requirements

English Home Language or First Additional Language: Level 5
Mathematics: Level 5
Waitlisting
Applicants with 41-42 points may be waitlisted, subject to place availability.

Career Prospects

  • Microbiologist: Study microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, fungi, and their impact on humans, animals, plants, and the environment. Microbiologists work in healthcare laboratories, environmental agencies, and research institutions.
  • Biotechnologist: Develop and apply biological processes to create products such as biofuels, pharmaceuticals, and genetically modified crops. Biotechnologists work in biotech companies, agricultural firms, and pharmaceutical industries.
  • Food and Beverage Technologist: Ensure food safety and quality by monitoring production processes, developing preservatives, and conducting microbial testing. They work in food processing companies, breweries, and quality assurance labs.
  • Environmental Microbiologist: Study the role of microbes in environmental processes, such as waste treatment, pollution control, and climate change mitigation. Environmental microbiologists work in government agencies, NGOs, and environmental consultancy firms.
  • Pharmaceutical Researcher: Focus on developing new drugs, vaccines, and treatments through microbial and biotechnological research. They are employed by pharmaceutical companies, medical research institutions, and universities.

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