Molecular and Cellular Biology (with Biotechnology) BSc (Hons)
University of Glasgow
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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 GlasgowWith 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 ...Read more

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

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67/101
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11th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
28th
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£30,240 per year

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Registration Fee - 170

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University of Glasgow
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