Is Microbiology a Good Course to Study in Nigeria? Find Out!

The question: “is Microbiology a good course to study in Nigeria?” seeks to find out the opportunities available when one might have earned a degree after studying the course.

Before answering that question let’s know what Microbiology is about, knowing this will in turn help you see or imagine possible opportunities for a degree holder in this field.

Microbiology according to Wikipedia “is the study of microorganisms, those being unicellular, multicellular or acellular.”

Let’s answer more questions.

Where can a Microbiologist work in Nigeria?

In Nigeria, microbiologists are mostly found in the lab and as tutors. In other countries, they can be researchers.

Is Microbiology a professional course in Nigeria?

Yes, it’s a professional course as you can go right into practising it after earning your degree.

How much does a Microbiologist earn in Nigeria?

The salary will fall within a long range and trust many biologist would take a substantial slash in expected salary just to be hired. Salary range: ₦80,000 to ₦200,000.

Is Microbiology a good course to study in Nigeria?

Given the current rate of unemployment in the country a microbiologist will have a few chances of employment but still more chances than many other courses in Nigeria. The answer is a WEAK NO.

That’s it.

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