BSc (Hons) Molecular Biology and Genetics at University of East Anglia

Programme overview

After recent Nobel Prizes for breakthroughs in genome editing and mRNA vaccines, there’s never been a more exciting time to study Molecular Biology and Genetics. At UEA, this degree offers you a solid foundation in the core principles of biology, while giving you the flexibility to explore and specialise in the areas of molecular biology or genetics that inspire you most. Whether you’re drawn to medical genetics, biotechnology, or evolutionary biology — or interested in human health and disease, microbial or plant molecular biology, or cellular signalling — this course will set you on the path to a rewarding future in science.

Faculty: Faculty of Science | Department: School of Biological Sciences | Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad | Study mode: full-time (placement year available) (year abroad available) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Norwich, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In your first year, you’ll gain a solid foundation in key areas that are essential for all biologists, including an introduction to molecular biology and genetics – the building blocks of life. Compulsory modules by year: Year 1: Diversity of Life, Evolution, Behaviour and Ecology, Professional Skills for Biosciences, Biological Chemistry, Cell Biology and Physiology, Molecular Biology and Genetics.

Career pathways

Example of careers that you could enter include: Healthcare, Medical laboratory work, Industry and Biotechnology, Genetics, Teaching, Discover more on our Careers pages..

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Entry requirements

A levels ABB including Biology or Human Biology Contextual offer: BBC including Biology or Human Biology BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma: DDM in Applied Science (Medical Science/Biomedical Science), Forensic and Criminal Investigation or Countryside Management OR DDM in any subject plus B at A-Level Biology or Human Biology. Contextual offer: DMM in Applied Science (Medical Science/Biomedical Science), Forensic and Criminal Investigation or Countryside Management OR DMM in any subject plus B at A-Level Biology or Human Biology. For BTEC Forensic and Criminal Investigation applicants MUST be studying one of the following modules: Physiology and Human Body Systems, Environmental Forensics,... All applicants must hold or be working towards GCSEs in English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade C or grade 4. English language: IELTS: 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components).

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

International applicants: GBP 29,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time annual tuition fee Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement year; 4 years full-time with year abroad

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