Biology (Molecular and Cellular) with Research Placement BSc(Hons)
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Duration
- 4 years inc. placement year
- Mode
- Full-time
- Subject
- Biological Sciences
- Location
- United Kingdom
- Next intake
- SEP 2026
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 a deeper understanding of how molecules and cells work and can be manipulated, which opens the door to a broad range of careers. A degree in molecular and cellular biology can put you at the forefront of modern scientific breakthroughs, vaccine developments 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) with Research Placement BSc(Hons) degree prepares you for an exciting career or for further study in the field of biology. This course covers core topics in molecular and cellular biology which include biochemistry, cell biology and research placement. Biology ranked in the top 10 in the country for learning opportunities in the 2025 National Student Survey (Biology non-specific).
Entry requirements
| A levels | BBB-BBC · Subjects: including a minimum grade B in Chemistry and one of the following relevant Science subjects: Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Psychology |
|---|---|
| UCAS Tariff points | 112–120 UCAS points |
| T Levels | Merit |
| GCSE | 4 or above · Subjects: English Language, Mathematics |
English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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IELTS 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5
Fees
International students: £17,600
UK students: £9,535
UK/Home: £9,535
International: £17,600
Start dates
21 September 2026
Application deadline
28 June 2026
Campus
- University of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH, United Kingdom
Where you will study
Kirklees, Yorkshire and the Humber, United Kingdom
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