Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences - Cell and Molecular Biology in Edinburgh United Kingdom | Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University
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Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
25,008
(c. USD33,490.96)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
48 months
The BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (Cell and Molecular Biology) program equips you with specialized knowledge and skills in modern biochemistry, cell biology, and molecular biology. You'll build a strong foundation in these disciplines while exploring connections to related fields like physiology, microbiology, biotechnology, and genetics. Throughout the course, you'll enhance your analytical abilities, critical thinking, and problem-solving techniques while learning to assess scientific research and develop creative solutions to biological challenges through various presentation methods. The program emphasizes both independent work and teamwork, involving you in group projects, scientific debates, and research activities under the guidance of world-class faculty who offer globally relevant education and opportunities to study at other Heriot-Watt campuses via the Go Global initiative.
Practical laboratory experience forms a core component of this degree, with access to cutting-edge facilities where you can apply theoretical concepts. These hands-on sessions will strengthen your ability to process and interpret scientific data effectively.
Beyond technical expertise in biological sciences, you'll cultivate highly valued transferable skills including analytical reasoning, effective communication, and professional presentation techniques. The program also highlights the diverse applications of biological expertise across multiple sectors such as R&D, quality control, environmental assessment, and healthcare. This career-oriented degree prepares you with the comprehensive knowledge, practical abilities, and professional attributes needed to appreciate biochemistry's role in society, graduating as a versatile professional qualified for various scientific and non-scientific career paths.Potential career pathsNatural and social science professionalsScience, engineering and technology associate professionals
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS
Qualification Requirements
Year 1: Standard entry requirements - Highers AABB (including a science subject), A-Levels BBC - ABB (including a Maths or Science subject), Int. Baccalaureate 27 points to include a science subject at Higher Level 5, BTEC DMM (in relevant subject), HNC C in graded unit (in relevant HNC). Check that you meet our university-wide National 5/GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths requirements. Our minimum requirements will apply if you: live in an area within the Scottish Index of Multiple Deprivation lowest 20% (SIMD20) or are care experienced) - Highers BBBC (including a science subject at B), A-Levels BBC - ABB (including a Maths or Science subject). Additional information: Suitable science subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics. Year 2 – Advanced Highers BB (including Biology or Human Biology plus Highers AABB), A-Levels ABB (including Biology or Human Biology), Int. Baccalaureate 32 points (with Biology or Human Biology), HNC B in graded unit (in relevant HNC), HND BB in graded units (in relevant HND), BTEC DDM (in relevant subject).  Year 3: HND AB in graded units (in relevant HND). The minimum requirement for English language for all our undergraduate Biology courses is IELTS 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79 (including reading 18, listening 17, speaking 20, and writing 21).
Tuition
GBP
25,008