Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
South Dakota State University
USA,South Dakota
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48 Months
Duration
CAD 14,113/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 20 FREE
Application Fee
Aug 2025
Apply Date
USA, South Dakota
Type: University
Location Type: Rural
Founded: 1881
Total Students: 11,405 +
Int. Students: 606 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
1451 Stadium Rd, Brookings, SD 57007, United States
Bachelor of Science in Microbiology
Program Overview
The program provides students with a broad background in all facets of microbiology, preparing them to pursue careers in diagnostic and research laboratories, public health, agriculture, food industry, pharmaceutical companies, academia, governmental agencies, and the private sector. With the recommended electives, the graduate is prepared to pursue health-related professional or graduate education for advanced training. The goal is to provide a sound but varied educational experience.
Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of the Microbiology major, students will:
- Demonstrate understanding and application of evolution; biological structure and function; biological and biochemical pathways and transformations of energy and matter; and biological systems. (Cross-curricular Skill: Information Literacy)
- Apply the process of science. (Cross-curricular Skill: Inquiry and Analysis; Information Literacy)
- Demonstrate understanding of and application of quantitative reasoning; information flow, exchange, and storage in microorganisms; relationship between science and society. (Cross-curricular Skill: Information Literacy)
- Demonstrate knowledge on how microorganisms interact with and impact their environment and the interaction between microorganisms and humans, animals and plants.
- Describe and use new and existing methods and technologies in and out of the laboratory setting.
- Tap into the interdisciplinary nature of science. (Cross-curricular Skill: Integrative Learning)
- Communicate and collaborate with other disciplines. (Cross-curricular Skill: Teamwork)
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 20 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 14,113 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in South Dakota State University
CAD 9,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
