Microbiology
Academic programs
Undergraduate programs
Microbiology
Undergrad major Undergrad minorMicrobiology is the study of microscopic organisms, their activities and uses. Although small in size, microorganisms — viruses, bacteria, archaea, fungi, protozoa and algae — are almost everywhere and play an enormous role in the environment and in society. Microbes impact human health, disease, and medicine. They are integral to the food, pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. And they are critical in global nutrient cycling and agriculture.
Clinical Laboratory Science
Undergrad majorMedical technologists, medical laboratory scientists, or clinical laboratory scientists are different titles to describe the same profession. These professionals examine and analyze body fluids, tissues and cells. They detect and identify bacteria, parasites, or other microorganisms; analyze the chemical content of fluids; select blood for transfusion; and run tests to see how patients are responding to treatment.
Undergrad + graduate dual degree
Undergrad major Graduate degreeClinical Laboratory Science and Clinical Microbiology Dual Degree program enables a UWL student to earn both a bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science (CLS) and a master's degree in microbiology with emphasis in clinical microbiology in six years.
Graduate programs
Microbiology
Graduate degree Choose from two paths in our Microbiology Master’s Program: Microbiology or Clinical Microbiology.
Concentration
Clinical Microbiology
Graduate degreeThe Microbiology department offers a major with multiple concentrations, a minor, and two graduate programs. Below is a listing of catalog information which shows curriculum information and requirements. Also, view our information about Clinical Laboratory Science.