BSc Cellular and Molecular Medicine
Program Overview
BSc Cellular and Molecular Medicine (B130)
2026 entry
Course summary
In your first year, you will gain broad training in biomedical sciences and will begin to study the cellular and molecular basis of human diseases as well as basic biochemistry, cell biology, pathology, microbiology and virology.
In your second year, you will study molecular genetics and learn skills in recombinant DNA technology which underpin research in many cutting-edge laboratories.
Our eBiolabs dynamic laboratory manual is available to help you prepare for practical laboratory sessions in the first and second years. You will also have the opportunity to develop your transferable and employability skills in the Biomedical Research, Employability and Enterprise Skills unit in the second year.
In your third year, you will choose options from various units on offer. You will also undertake a grant proposal or research project working in our research projects laboratory in the Biomedical Sciences Building or one of the hospitals. These units and the research project reflect our research strengths in the areas of cancer biology, stem cell biology and regenerative medicine, and infection and immunology.
A four-year course in BSc Cellular and Molecular Medicine with Study in Industry is also available by transfer after securing a placement during your second year.
Overview
Typical offer
- A-level standard offer: AAB
- A-level contextual offer: BBB
- Go to entry requirements for the full entry criteria and contextual offer eligibility.
Programme duration
- 3 year(s) full-time.
- Part-time study is not available for this course
Application method
- UCAS (Code: B130)
Location
- Clifton campus
Fees
- £9,535 per year, home students
- £32500 per year, international students
Course structure
Full details about the course structure and units for this course can be viewed in the programme catalogue.
Entry requirements
We accept a wide variety of qualifications and welcome applications from students of all backgrounds. Below is a guide to the typical offers for this course.
A-level standard offer
- AAB including Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.
A-level contextual offer
- BBB including Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.
BTEC
- DDD in Applied Science BTEC National Level 3 Extended Diploma, with Distinctions in five required Chemistry units
International Baccalaureate Diploma
- 34 points overall with 17 at Higher Level, including 6, 5 (in any order) at Higher Level in Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.
International Baccalaureate Diploma contextual offer
- 31 points overall with 15 at Higher Level, including 5, 5 at Higher Level in Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.
European Baccalaureate
- 80% overall, with 8.0 in Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.
Scottish Qualifications Authority
- Advanced Higher: AB (in any order) in Chemistry and another core science/mathematics subject, and Standard Higher: AAABB. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.
Access to HE Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma in Science, Biomedical/Medical/Health Science or Psychology (or similar titles). The 45 graded Level 3 credits must include: 24 credits at Distinction and 21 at Merit or above; and at least 12 credits (with 9 at Distinction) from Chemistry units and at least 12 credits (with 9 at Distinction) from units in another core science/mathematics subject.. Core science/mathematics subjects include: Biology, Further Mathematics, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics.
Welsh Baccalaureate
- Requirements are as for A-levels, where you can substitute a non-subject specific grade for the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales or the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate at that grade.
Cambridge Pre-U
- Requirements for principal subjects are as for A-level, where D1/D2 is A*, D3 is A, M1/M2 is B, and M3 is C.
International qualifications
- The University of Bristol welcomes applications from international students, and we accept a wide range of qualifications for undergraduate and postgraduate study.
Selection process
- Regulations and codes of conduct we abide by to create a positive environment for learning and achievement are found in the University admissions policies and procedures.
- If applying with extenuating circumstances please see our policy.
- Full information about our selection processes for Cellular and Molecular Medicine can be found in the Admissions Statement.
Applicants must also meet these requirements
GCSE profile requirements
- No specific subjects required.
- Further information about GCSE requirements and profile levels.
English language requirements
- If English is not your first language, you need to have one of the following:
- IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.0 in all skills
- GCSE English Language grade C or 4
- an alternative qualification outlined in our Profile level E.
Related courses
- MSci Cellular and Molecular Medicine
- BSc Cellular and Molecular Medicine with Study in Industry
- Biochemistry
- Biomedical Sciences
- Pharmacology
Next steps
- Visit us at an open day