About Bsc (hons) Cell Biology in University of Stirling
Cell Biology focuses on the fundamental unit of life, taking you on an exploration of the cellular and subcellular worlds that underpin modern biology. Cell Biology is key to understanding how organisms develop, how they respond to their environment and how the diseased state differs from the healthy state.
Recent advances in cell biology are enabling cell biologists to:
- understand the basis of diseases in humans, animals and plants
- develop novel treatments and therapies for diseases
- explore the processes associated with ageing
- improve the quality and quantity of important food crops
- develop novel and sustainable fuels
- assess the impacts of environmental changes on biological systems
Our course offers you unique and flexible interdisciplinary training from staff whose knowledge is constantly refreshed by their active research work.
As you study, you’ll develop a thorough understanding of Cell Biology that will give you the choice to progress to more advanced and specialised topics. You’ll be given the support and encouragement to develop your passion and ideas for your research project where previous Stirling students have excelled in producing high-quality work. We’ll also make sure you’ll have the skills and work-placement experience to kick-start your career in Cell Biology.
Academic qualification equivalents
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Direct Entry to 1st Year:
Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 65% and above.
Advanced Entry to 2nd Year:
Year 12 Grade – cumulative score of 75% and above. Advanced entry is possible on a range of courses. Student applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
English language requirements (one of the below):
- IELTS :6.0 overall including 5.5 in all elements
- TOEFL IBT: 88 overall including R=22, L=21, S=23, W=22
- PTE: 54 R, L, S, W = 51
University of Stirling Highlights
| University Type |
Public |
| Establishment Year |
1967 |
| Location |
Stirling, Scotland |
| Campus Setting |
Urban |
| Total Enrollment |
14,000+ |
| Number of Undergraduate Students |
10,300+ |
| Number of Graduate Students |
3,800+ |
| % of international students |
20% |
| Student satisfaction |
82.9% |
| Work-study |
Not available |
| Financial Aid |
Scholarships |
University of Stirling Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
- The cost of attendance for the University of Stirling depends on a number of variable factors.
- Tuition fee for undergraduate and graduate programs may vary depending on the choice of program.
- An estimate of the undergraduate and graduate student cost of attendance is given below for reference:
| Expenditure Item |
Undergraduate |
Postgraduate |
| Tuition and fees |
13,100 GBP |
16,950 GBP |
| Accommodation |
3,458 GBP- 7,069 GBP |
3,458 GBP- 7,069 GBP |
| Transport |
80 GBP/month |
80 GBP/month |
| Water, gas & electricity |
46 GBP/month |
46 GBP/month |
| Food |
74 GBP/month |
74 GBP/month |
It must be noted that the actual cost of attendance for students may vary from the above-given figures.
