University of Glasgow
Molecular & Cellular Biology (with Biotechnology) [MSci]
- 5 Year
- Full Time
- Regular
Program Description
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
YEAR 1
You will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills.
YEAR 2
You will develop your knowledge of fundamental aspects of biology and be introduced to specialist subject areas according to your interests.
You will also study other subjects in years 1 and 2: see Flexible degrees.
YEARS 3, 4 AND 5
If you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4) you will study a broad spectrum of molecular topics to learn the key sciences that underpin biotechnology: molecular genetic methods, genomics, proteins, membranes and filaments, DNA structure and function, gene expression, mobile DNA, biotechnology, essential cell biology and experimental strategies. In year 4 you will learn to study and interpret primary data from current research and choose from a range of specialised advanced courses. You will also undertake a research project.
Molecular & Cellular Biology (with Biotechnology) can be taken as an MSci, which includes an additional placement year, between the third and final years of the degree. This is normally spent doing research in industry or a research institute in the UK or overseas.
The available final-year optional courses may change each year and students are not guaranteed a place on a particular final-year option.
Programme alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme. For more information, please see: Student contract.
OUR INTERNATIONAL LINKS
You will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad. There are currently two options available: the Erasmus+ Programme and the International Exchange Programme. See Study abroad.
Admission Description
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
FOR ENTRY IN 2022
Summary of entry requirements for Molecular & Cellular Biology (with Biotechnology)
SQA Higher Entry Requirements (by end of S6)
- AAAAA Higher or AAAA Higher+B Advanced Higher (ABBB S5 minimum for consideration)
- Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry.
SQA Higher Adjusted Entry Requirements* (by end of S5 or S6)
- MD20 – BBBB (also other target groups*)
- MD40 – AABB*
- Additional requirements: Higher Biology or Chemistry. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
* See Access Glasgow for eligibility.
Widening Participation Articulation Programmes
The University has bespoke HNC Articulation Programmes running at various colleges, offering direct entry to Year 2 of this degree.
A-level Standard Entry Requirements
- AAB – BBB
- Additional requirements: A-level Biology or Chemistry.
IB Standard Entry Requirements
- 36 (6,6,5 HL) – 32 (6,5,5 HL)
- Additional requirements: HL Biology or Chemistry.
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
English language requirements
For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
- 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
COMMON EQUIVALENT ENGLISH LANGUAGE QUALIFICATIONS
All stated English tests are acceptable for admission to this programme:
TOEFL (ib, my best or athome)
- 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
PTE (Academic)
- 60 with minimum 59 in all sub-tests.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
Glasgow International College English Language (and other foundation providers)
- 65%.
- Tests are accepted for academic year following sitting.
University of Glasgow Pre-sessional courses
- Tests are accepted for academic year following sitting.
Cambridge English Qualifications
- Cambridge Advanced English (CAE): 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
- Cambridge Proficiency in English (CPE): 176 overall, no subtest less than 169
School Qualifications
- iGCSE English or ESOL 0522/0500, grade C
- International Baccalaureate English A SL5 or HL5
- International Baccalaureate English B SL6 or HL5
- SQA National 5 English or ESOL, grade B
- SQA Higher English or ESOL, grade C
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education, English Language grade 4
- West African Examination Council, Senior Secondary School Certificate, English grade C6
Alternatives to English Language qualification
- Undergraduate degree from English speaking country (including Canada if taught in English)
- Undergraduate 2+2 degree from English speaking country
- Undergraduate 2+2 TNE degree taught in English in non-English speaking country
- Masters degree from English speaking country
- Masters degree (equivalent on NARIC to UK masters degree) taught in English in non-English speaking country.
For international students, the Home Office has confirmed that the University can choose to use these tests to make its own assessment of English language ability for visa applications to degree level programmes. The University is also able to accept an IELTS test (Academic module) from any of the 1000 IELTS test centres from around the world and we do not require a specific UKVI IELTS test for degree level programmes. We therefore still accept any of the English tests listed for admission to this programme.
PRE-SESSIONAL COURSES
The University of Glasgow accepts evidence of the required language level from the English for Academic Study Unit Pre-sessional courses. We also consider other BALEAP accredited pre-sessional courses:
Other Details
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Program Type: Full Time
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Study Type: Regular
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Key Point: Molecular & Cellular Biology
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Category: Molecular & Cellular Biology
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University of Glasgow
| Starting Date: | Submission deadline | Status |
|---|---|---|
| January 2022 | June 2022 | Open Now |
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