Bacteria may not build cities or have interesting social lives, but they will be here when the sun explodes. This is their planet and we are on it only because they allow us to be.
Bill Bryson, "A Short History of Nearly Everything"
Microorganisms are the most abundant and widely distributed form of life on this planet. They are indispensable parts of global and local ecosystems. Without them, all animal and plant life on the planet would rapidly become extinct. Microorganisms also play crucial roles not only in human health but also in many New Zealand key industries such as agriculture, horticulture and biotechnology. They also play key roles in molecular biology and as simple model systems used to answer fundamental biological questions.
Because of the importance of microorganisms, microbiologists are in high demand both in New Zealand and worldwide, and the choice of career paths in microbiology is wider than in many other disciplines.
Microbiology at Massey
Massey is one of only two New Zealand universities offering a full Microbiology degree. Our undergraduate program is arguably the most diverse in the country. A multitude of choices caters to graduates aiming at careers in all important aspects of microbiology, such as biotechnology, environmental microbiology, medical microbiology, microbial genetics and molecular microbiology. A summer studentship program for second-year students establishes early connection between our undergraduates and future employers.
Prof. Bernd Rehm
Subject Leader
Institute of Molecular Biosciences
Finishing school and thinking about study? Have a look at WhyDoMicro@Massey for more information on what life is like with a Massey microbiology degree. You’ll be surprised… |
