Microbiology (Medical Microbiology), BS
At a Glance: program details
- Location: Tempe campus
- Additional Program Fee: No
- Second Language Requirement: No
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Math Intensity:
Moderate
- Initial Math Course: MAT 251 - Calculus for Life Sciences
Required Courses (Major Map)
Program Description
The BS program in microbiology with a concentration in medical microbiology is tailored for students who wish to pursue careers in medicine, other health professions, medical microbiology or biomedical research.
Curriculum aligns with the broad scientific competencies recommended for premedical students. Program participants will delve into microbiology, chemistry, biochemistry, math and physics, cell biology, animal physiology, and human biology and society, making them well versed in the core concepts, competencies and critical intellectual skills necessary for the MCAT and medical school admission.
Students gain hands-on experience with world-renowned faculty, with opportunities to engage in independent research projects or internships.
This program is available as an accelerated degree program.
In addition to the guidelines in the Concurrent Program Options section below, students interested in pursuing concurrent or second baccalaureate degrees in The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences are advised to visit The College's website for more information and requirements.
Admission Requirements
All students are required to meet general university admission requirements.
Freshman Transfer International Readmission
Transfer Options
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use the Transfer Map search to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and help students save time and money in their college journey. Students may learn more about these programs by visiting the admission site: https://admission.asu.edu/transfer/pathway-programs.
Change of Major Requirements
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should refer to https://changingmajors.asu.edu for information about how to change a major to this program.
Flexible Degree Options
Accelerated program options
This program allows students to obtain both a bachelor's and master's degree in as little as five years.
It is offered as an accelerated bachelor's and master's degree with:
Biology
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Microbiology
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Computational Life Sciences
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Global Management
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Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. During their junior year, eligible students will be advised by their academic departments to apply.
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Career Outlook
The medical microbiology concentration within the microbiology major provides students with a mastery of the competencies and prerequisite requirements valued by graduate programs in medical, dental and optometry fields, as well as other programs that prepare students to become physician assistants or physical therapists.
The Bachelor of Science degree program also prepares students with an understanding of the process of science and knowledge of foundational concepts in biological sciences, chemistry, physics and statistics, and the ability to understand and apply core microbiology concepts. This groundwork prepares students for direct entry into biology research careers in a vast number of areas, including cellular biology, immunology, bacteriology and virology.
Example Careers
Students who complete this degree program may be prepared for the following careers. Advanced degrees or certifications may be required for academic or clinical positions. Career examples include but are not limited to:
Cytotechnologists
- Growth: 4.9%
- Median Salary*: 57380
Dentists, General
- Growth: 4.4%
- Median Salary*: 155040
Histotechnologists
- Growth: 4.9%
- Median Salary*: 57380
Medical and Clinical Laboratory Technologists
- Growth: 4.9%
- Median Salary*: 57380
General Internal Medicine Physicians
- Growth: 2.5%
- Median Salary*: 214460
Microbiologists
- Growth: 5.2%
- Median Salary*: 81990
Optometrists
- Growth: 8.8%
- Median Salary*: 125590
Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric
- Growth: 1.6%
- Median Salary*: 0
Pharmacists
- Growth: 2.6%
- Median Salary*: 132750
Physician Assistants
- Growth: 26.5%
- Median Salary*: 126010
* Data obtained from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) under sponsorship of the U.S. Department of Labor/Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).
Global Opportunities
Global Experience
Students gain valuable experience when studying abroad. Those pursuing a medical microbiology concentration are able to expand their knowledge of how human biology is impacted by a variety of societies and cultures, and they challenge themselves to adapt and persevere in a new and exciting culture.
With more than 300 programs available, study abroad allows students to tailor their experience to their unique interests and skill sets, and gain experience that enhances their resumes. The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences recommends these study abroad programs for students majoring in medical microbiology.
Program Contact Information
If you have questions related to admission, please click here to request information and an admission specialist will reach out to you directly. For questions regarding faculty or courses, please use the contact information below.
- sols.advising@asu.edu
- 480/727-6277