Possible Career Paths
- Microbiology prepares students for a broad spectrum of job opportunities, including:
- Teaching
- Pharmaceuticals
- Quality Control
- Research
Many students majoring in Microbiology pursue graduate degrees through the Master of Science in Biology available at WIU, or at medical or professional schools.
Why choose Biology - Microbiology at Western Illinois University?
- Few biology departments offer research and field experiences to undergraduates - a strength of our department is our commitment to undergraduate research.
- Class sizes are small; usually held to 14 students, allowing each student to view material presented, ask questions, and handle the study organisms directly.
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