University of Guelph Admission Services Microbiology Microscopic organisms such as bacteria, yeasts, moulds and viruses are the most abundant forms of life on Earth.
Some microorganisms cause diseases while others produce antibiotics that cure diseases.
They are involved in the industrial processes that produce bread, beer and yogurt and are essential in the manufacturing of biochemicals for biological and medical research. In Microbiology, you will study medical, industrial and environmental implications of the discipline, as well as molecular biology, microbial physiology and genetics, biotechnology and ultrastructure. You will benefit from the cutting edge research of our faculty in areas, such as antibiotic resistance, vaccines and immunization, microbial ecology and viruses. This major is available to Canadian students with a co-operative education option. Find out about these requirements on the Applying pages .