MICR2031 Microbiology

MICR2031 Microbiology (University of Sydney): rated 4.1/5 overall across 2 reviews collected on USYD Wall.

MICR2031 is a University of Sydney course taught by the Faculty of Science in Life and Environmental Sciences Academic Operations. This page brings together its handbook details and what USYD students say about it.

Review data updated 2026-10-24.

Course details

Chinese title: 微生物学

Type: Undergraduate

Credit points: 6

Subject area: Life and Environmental Sciences Academic Operations

Faculty: Faculty of Science

Level: Undergraduate Level 2

Handbook year: 2026

Overview

Microbes are essential for every aspect of life on the planet. Microbes in the human gut control our digestion and our immune system, microbes in the soil are required for plant growth, microbes in the ocean fix more carbon dioxide than all the earth's trees.

MICR2031 student reviews, difficulty and workload

MICR2031 has 2 scored reviews: overall 4.1/5 · usefulness 4.0 (all out of 5; higher difficulty means harder).

Sources: 1 StudentVIP review (average 4.0 stars); 1 Reddit comment that an AI model judged to be reviewing this course (average would-recommend 4.3/5).

On Reddit: "Lowkey same when i was in second year. it's definitely not the most popular major and none of my uni mates do it. In saying that though teaching staff are GREAT, and everyone is so friendly. MICR2031 ended up being one of my fav subjects for the year despite going into it not kn…"

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MICR2031 FAQ

Q: Is MICR2031 worth taking?

A: Averaged over 2 reviews: usefulness 4.0/5, overall 4.1/5. Only a few reviews so far, so treat this as a rough guide.

Q: Which faculty teaches MICR2031, and when is it offered?

A: MICR2031 is taught by the Faculty of Science. Check the official handbook for the current year.

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