Most careers in microbiology require a university qualification. The following publications provide a useful overview of the options. Use them to select university courses which interest you. Some departments produce a brochure which gives more detail about course content and is always worth reading. It is important to study prospectuses closely as courses vary in the type of microbiology taught.
Some institutions offer sandwich courses, which provide valuable work experience.
The title of individual courses can vary from institution to institution. It is usually possible to decide final degree options quite late on in these courses. Many degree courses are now modular and you can combine different disciplines in science, languages or business qualifications. Some institutions have good links with local industry and courses are geared towards equiping students with skills that are required by these employers. This may not always be the case so it is worth checking before choosing a course.