About Molecular & Cellular Biology (with Plant Science) Bsc/msci in University of Glasgow
Plant science combines a broad range of approaches to understand how plants function in the natural world.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
YEAR 1
You will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills.
YEAR 2
You will develop your knowledge of fundamental aspects of biology and be introduced to specialist subject areas according to your interests.
YEARS 3, 4 AND 5
If you progress to Honours (years 3 and 4) you will study a broad spectrum of molecular topics: molecular genetic methods, genomics, proteins, membranes and filaments, DNA structure and function, gene expression, mobile DNA, biotechnology, essential cell biology and experimental strategies.
You will also study molecular aspects of plants, plant metabolism, biotechnology, plant physiology, and plant growth and development. You will undertake a research project.
Molecular & Cellular Biology (with Plant Science) can be taken as an MSci, which includes an additional placement year, between the third and final years of the degree. This is normally spent doing research in industry or a research institute in the UK or overseas.
The available final-year optional courses may change each year and students are not guaranteed a place on a particular final-year option.
Programme alteration or discontinuation
The University of Glasgow endeavours to run all programmes as advertised. In exceptional circumstances, however, the University may withdraw or alter a programme.
OUR INTERNATIONAL LINKS
You will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad. There are currently two options available: the Erasmus+ Programme and the International Exchange Programme
- For applicants whose first language is not English, the University sets a minimum English Language proficiency level.
International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training)
- 6.5 with no sub-test under 6.0.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
TOEFL (ib, my best or athome)
- 90 with minimum R 20, L 19, S 19, W 23.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
PTE (Academic)
- 60 with minimum 59 in all sub-tests.
- Tests must have been taken within 4 years 5 months of start date. Combined scores from two tests taken within 6 months of each other can be considered.
University of Glasgow Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| No. of Campuses |
3, Gilmorehill, Dumfries, Garscube Campus |
| Residence Halls |
11 |
| Work-Study |
Available (20 hrs/week) |
| Graduate Employability Rate |
~95.9% |
| Research Funding Available |
179 million GBP |
| No. of International Student |
Over 11,000 from 120 countries |
| No. of Research and Teaching Staff |
3400 |
| No. of Study Abroad and Exchange Partners |
420 |
University of Glasgow Cost of Attendance
The cost of attendance will also include any additional costs a foreign student may have, such as living expenses while studying in the UK in addition to tuition fees.
University of Glasgow Fees
Tuition fees for some of the popular programs are as follows:
| Program/Level of Education |
Annual Tuition Fees (GBP) |
| Science, Engineering, Nursing, Medicine |
21,920 |
| Dental Surgery |
45,170 |
| All other bachelor degrees |
16,970 |
| MS Data Science |
23,500 |
| Masters in International Business |
21,900 |
Cost of Living at University of Glasgow
Other costs involved include rent or on-campus accommodation fees, expenses on books and material, and other lifestyle choices
| Type of Expense |
Cost (GBP/year) |
| On-Campus Accommodation |
5121-12,680 |
| Books and Stationery |
400 |
| Travel |
300 |
| Entertainment |
1440 |
