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Molecular and Cellular Biology (with Biotechnology) BSc (Hons)

University of Glasgow

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    Gilmorehill (Main) Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Biotechnology seeks to optimise the utilisation of microorganisms, animals, plants and their cellular components in industrial, medical and agricultural processes and in environmental management.

You will gain hands-on experience of modern laboratory techniques.

Life Sciences at Glasgow

With hands-on experience and flexible degrees, studying at the School of Life Sciences challenges you to apply the theory of the classroom in practical situations, in the lab or the field. We offer an extremely wide range of courses in human and animal biology, biomolecular sciences, infection and immunity.

Our aim is to offer internationally competitive degrees that meet the needs of today’s science graduates. To achieve this aim, we utilise the research and teaching strengths of the College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences to provide our graduates with the skills necessary for success in any chosen career.

We have a large and diverse student body, which includes Scottish, UK, EU and international students. We regularly welcome visiting and exchange students, and we believe in the many advantages our students gain from adding an international dimension to their studies.

Strengths of the school include:

  • substantial flexibility within our range of degree programmes
  • an opportunity for you to gain experience working or studying abroad
  • annual field courses to destinations around the globe
  • access to the University’s world-renowned museums of Anatomy and Zoology
  • top-quality student experience.

CAREER PROSPECTS

Many of our graduates undertake further study to pursue careers in scientific research in academic institutions, or in laboratories of biotechnology or biomedical industries. Others find employment in industries based in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals and in the health service, such as in hospital laboratories.

CAREER OPTIONS

  • Computational biologist
  • Bioinformatician
  • Genetic counsellor
  • Plant technologist
  • Biotechnologist
  • Molecular geneticist
  • Molecular biologist
  • Clinical researcher
  • Epidemiologist

Application deadline

29 January

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University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow

  • University League Table

    28th

  • Campus address

    University of Glasgow, The Fraser Building, 65 Hillhead Street, Glasgow, Glasgow, City Of, G12 8QQ, Scotland

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A wide range of international scholarships are available including International Excellence scholarships and postgraduate awards.
Meet students from across the university with over 250 clubs and societies available – ranging from international student societies to the Baking Society.
Pre-sessional English language provision available prior to starting university, and English language support options throughout the duration of study.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    11th out of 94 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    209 92%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    26th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.21 80%

    11th

    5

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