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Educational Requirements for Microbiologists. To become a microbiologist, a person needs to complete a bachelor's degree program in microbiology. These programs introduce students to concepts in bioinformatics, virology and immunology.ssential Information. Microbiologists study microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, algae, fungi and microscopic parasites. Microbiologists typically complete at least a bachelor's degree program in microbiology or a related biological science.
Many companies, from food producers to chemical companies, will need microbiologists to ensure product quality and production efficiency. Efforts to find more clean sources of energy will involve microbiologists, such as mycologists and industrial microbiologists, who research and develop alternative energy sources such as biofuels and biomass.