Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

Microbiology is the science that deals with the study of microorganisms and the effects of diseases that microorganisms produce. Microbiology students study the shape, structure (morphology), genetic and metabolic processes that occur in microscopic and sub-microscopic organisms. Two main branches of microbiology are bacteriology and virology, which deals with the study of viruses and diseases. Other sub-disciplines of microbiology include immunology, biotechnology, industrial microbiology, public health microbiology, environmental microbiology and genetic engineering.

The science of microbiology is relatively young and offers practical applications for different areas of human activity including medicine, agriculture, nutrition, biotechnology and more. Studying microbiology touches upon the elements of chemistry, biomedicine, public health, environmental impacts and human health.

Our graduates are life-long learners who are actively engaged, contribute to their communities, and thrive in the world.

As part of the Northeastern Pennsylvania community, Keystone College is part of a vibrant and diverse area. Nearly 1400 students come to our beautiful campus from nearby states such as New York, New Jersey, and Maryland, as well as nationally and internationally.

In a relatively short period of time, Keystone College has advanced from being an excellent junior college that granted associate degrees to a fully accredited and highly respected institution, offering associate, bachelor’s and master’s degrees.