Program Overview

MSci Molecular Biology

Overview

Develop your research skills with an integrated master's degree, making you more attractive to future employers in both academia and industry. Explore the foundational field interlinking biochemistry, genetics, and cell biology, crucial for contemporary biological research. Begin with a comprehensive introduction to various biological sciences in the first year, followed by opportunities to specialize in specific areas in subsequent years. Apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after just two years of practice, rather than the usual three, as this course has Advanced Accreditation from the Society.

A Study Experience that Makes a Difference

We place social responsibility at the heart of your learning, which means you can take advantage of unique ways to make a difference while studying with us, through your course or through extra-curricular activities.

• Complete our Ethical Grand Challenges to learn how you can create a better world and become more socially responsible.
• Work with an external organisation to tackle real-world sustainability problems through our University Living Lab.
• Discover subjects that broaden your horizon with our interdisciplinary learning opportunities.

Every course at Manchester contributes towards the UN's Sustainable Development Goals, so no matter what you're studying, you'll be playing an active role in the protection of people and planet.

You will explore the following goals in your course:

• Goal 3: Good health and well-being

Entry Requirements

• Typical A-level offer: AAA-AAB including specific subjects
• Typical contextual A-level offer: AAB-ABC including specific subjects
• Refugee/care-experienced offer: ABB-ABC including specific subjects
• Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 36-35 points overall with 6, 6, 6 to 6, 6, 5 at HL, including specific requirements

Course Details

• Duration: 4 years
• Year of entry: 2025
• UCAS course code: 2W74 / Institution code: M20
• Key features:
  • Study abroad
  • Accredited course

Careers

• 80% in work or doing further study 15 months after the course.

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