Biology (Molecular and Cellular) BSc(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Studying biology helps you better understand the structure, function, and taxonomy of living organisms, which include humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms. Specialising in Molecular and Cellular biology allows you to gain a deeper understanding of how molecules and cells work and can be manipulated, which opens the door to a broad range of careers in industry or academia. A degree in Molecular and Cellular biology gives you the flexibility to push the boundaries in fields like pharmaceutics, vaccine development, genetics and more.
The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with courses in this subject area are Microbiologists, Microbiology Technicians, Molecular Biologists, Molecular Biology Interns and Quality Control Microbiologists.* *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduates. A Biology (Molecular and Cellular) BSc(Hons) degree prepares you for an exciting career or for further study in the field of biology. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology, it allows you to apply for associate membership upon completion.
This course covers several core areas in molecular and cellular biology, including biochemistry, cell biology and the mechanisms of chronic diseases. Biology ranked in the top 10 in the country for learning opportunities in the 2025 National Student Survey (Biology non-specific)
Key highlights
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology
- Graduates can apply for Royal Society of Biology associate membership
- Core study in biochemistry, cell biology and chronic disease mechanisms
- Explores how molecules and cells work and can be manipulated
- Optional placement year available as a four-year route
- Top 10 nationally for learning opportunities, NSS 2025 (Biology)
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC-BCC — to include including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — …Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry A Level.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level in Science.
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in a relevant Science subject
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Microbiologist
- Microbiology Technician
- Molecular Biologist
- Molecular Biology Intern
- Quality Control Microbiologist
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
Admission
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