BSc (Hons) Molecular and Cellular Biology

Molecular cell biology is a fundamental discipline that underpins the study of all living organisms. This covers understanding the molecular basis of illness and disease, regeneration, plant science, biotechnology and vaccine development. Molecular cell biology is central to all biological processes and a fascinating field of study.
We strongly encourage applications for summer internships and help students to try to secure these either at the University of Glasgow or further afield. Molecular Cellular Biology at the University of Glasgow continues to meet and exceed student expectations, combining both teaching excellence and a supportive learning environment. Youll benefit from in depth lecture series on specialised topics that are aligned with practical laboratory classes, problem solving and critical thinking sessions. Practical classes access state of the art equipment and are developed and well supported by academic members of staff. This degree programme is professionally accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.
Youll be taught by world-leading scientists, whose research is making a world-changing impact in areas such as plant science, neurodegenerative disorders, regenerative medicine and food security.
Advances in molecular biology have been instrumental to the completion of many genome projects which in turn have led, and continue to lead, to exciting developments in medical science, agriculture and industry for example, understanding the molecular basis of illness and disease to plant biotechnology and the use of genetic engineering for vaccine development. Molecular biology is central to all biological processes and a fascinating and broad field of study.
Many of our graduates go on to pursue a Masters degree or PhD in their area of specialism and work in research laboratories in academic institutions, hospital laboratories, or in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry. Graduates also move readily into related specialties such as bio-engineering, biotechnology, genetics, immunology, microbiology, pharmacology and synthetic biology.
In addition, the transferable skills you will develop such as communication (written and oral), critical thinking, problem solving, data analysis and interpretation, time management, adaptability, and teamwork, will leave you well equipped for a wide range of careers outside a laboratory setting. Recent graduates have secured positions in non-science careers as diverse as accountancy, IT, journalism, teaching, patent law, finance/investment banking, data analyst, science communication, policy makers for government and law enforcement. With your degree you will be equipped with a large number of very desirable skills that will make you very competitive when applying to potential employers.

SQA Higher entry requirements
ABBB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer
Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5
Typically offers will be made at AAAAA by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher
Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. (A in either).

SQA Higher adjusted entry requirements* (by end of S5 or S6)
MD20: BBBB (also other target groups*)
MD40: AABB (ABB S5 minimum for consideration)*
Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.

A-level standard entry requirements
AAB BBB
Additional requirements: A-level Biology or Chemistry.

IB standard entry requirements
34 (6,5,5)
Additional requirements: HL Biology or Chemistry.
Advanced entry requirements for Molecular & Cellular Biology
SQA Higher advanced entry requirements
Advanced Highers AAA including Biology and Chemistry attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.

A-level advanced entry requirements
Three A-levels at grades A*AA which include Biology and Chemistry attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.

IB advanced entry requirements
38 points with three Higher Level subjects at 6,6,6 including Biology and Chemistry attained in one exam year and at the first attempt.
Choose point of entry 2nd year on your UCAS application to indicate you wish to be considered for advanced entry.

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0.

TOEFL (ib, my best or athome)
90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.