At Clemson, you can pursue a general microbiology degree or you can choose to do a major concentration in biomedicine. If you choose to follow the general microbiology curriculum, you’ll take one class in each of these three areas — environmental, food and industrial microbiology. Microbiologists seek to describe and characterize organisms in structure, function and processes of reproduction, growth and death at cellular and molecular levels. They are also interested in the ecology of microbes and the interaction with higher-level organisms.

Fast Facts

• Clemson is home to a world-class, advanced light imaging facility that supports education and research.
• Undergraduate research opportunities are available in medicine, biofuels, bioremediation and more.
• Our graduates go on to medical, dental and pharmacy school as well as graduate school for their Ph.D.
• We offer a concentration in biomedicine, which is great for students planning to pursue a career in the medical field.

With a wide choice of electives, the microbiology curriculum allows you the flexibility to take courses for a minor in a different discipline, which will help you prepare for a career in your specific interest area. Just as important, your course load allows ample time for you to conduct research and pursue internship opportunities. You can choose to pursue a general microbiology degree or you can choose to do a major concentration in biomedicine.