📖Program Curriculum
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
YEAR 1
You will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills including key practical laboratory techniques and written and oral communication
YEAR 2
You will develop your knowledge of fundamental aspects of biology and be introduced to specialist subject areas according to your interests
You will also study other subjects in 1 and 2 see Flexible degrees
YEARS 3 4 AND 5
If you progress to Honours 3 and 4 you will study a broad spectrum of molecular topics biotechnology molecular genetic methods genomics proteins membranes and filaments DNA structure and function gene expression mobile DNA essential cell biology and experimental strategies Many of these core topics are aligned with practical laboratory classes problem solving and critical thinking sessions
In 4 you will learn to study and interpret primary data from current research and you will choose from a range of specialised advanced courses two of which have to be aligned with biotechnology You will also undertake a research project if possible in one of our academic research laboratories
Molecular & Cellular Biology can be taken as an which includes an additional placement between the third and final of the degree This is normally spent doing research in industry or some other organisation such as a research institute in the UK or overseas
The available final-year optional courses may change each and places may be limited
Course details
YEAR 1
You will be given a general introduction to all aspects of modern biology and encouraged to acquire general scientific skills
Core courses 2 x 20 credits
Semester One
BIOLOGY 1A
Semester Two
BIOLOGY 1B
Plus 40 credits Select from
SCIENCE FUNDAMENTALS-1X & SCIENCE FUNDAMENTALS-1Y
OR
CHEMISTRY 1
Plus Optional Courses 40 credits Select from
Semester One
CURRENT DIRECTIONS IN LIFE SCIENCES 1X ONLINE
Semester Two
ENVIRONMENTAL BIOLOGY 1
YEAR 2
You will develop your knowledge of fundamental aspects of biology and be introduced to specialist subject areas according to your interests eg animal biology; biomolecular sciences; human biology; infection biology
Core courses 2 x 30 credits
FUNDAMENTAL TOPICS IN BIOLOGY 2
GENES MOLECULES & CELLS 2
Plus optional courses 60 credits
These can be Biology courses or courses from other subject areas for example
Semester One
CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN BIOLOGY 2
Semester Two
ANIMAL BIOLOGY EVOLUTION AND ECOLOGY 2
HUMAN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 2
MICROBIOLOGY AND IMMUNOLOGY 2
YEAR 3
If you progress to Honours in 3 you will study a broad spectrum of molecular topics in theory and in practical labs these include molecular genetic methods genomics proteins membranes and filaments DNA structure and function gene expression mobile DNA biotechnology essential cell biology and experimental strategies
Core courses 2 x 60 credits
MOLECULAR & CELLULAR BIOLOGY 3A
MOLECULAR & CELLULAR BIOLOGY 3B
MSCI YEAR
Work placement 120 credits
Molecular & Cellular Biology can be taken as an degree which includes an additional placement between the third and final of the degree normally spent undertaking research in industry in the UK or overseas
YEARS 4 AND 5
In 4 you will choose from a range of specialised advanced courses You will also undertake a research project under the supervision of a researcher either within the University or in a neighbouring institution such as a hospital
Life Sciences project 40 credits
Examples include
LIFE SCIENCES INVESTIGATIVE HONOURS PROJECT
LIFE SCIENCES DISSERTATION HONOURS PROJECT
LIFE SCIENCES OUTREACH HONOURS PROJECT
Plus compulsory courses 2x20 credits
CORE SKILLS IN MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR BIOLOGY 4X CORE
CURRENT TOPICS IN BIOTECHNOLOGY 4A OPTION
Plus Life Sciences Honours options 2 x 20 credits Select from
Semester One
CELL COMPARTMENTALISATION 4Y OPTION
DNA 4Y OPTION
INDUSTRIAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL MICROBIOLOGY 4Y OPTION
MOLECULAR AND CELLULAR MICROBIOLOGY 4Y OPTION
PLANT MOLECULAR BIOLOGY 4Y OPTION
STATISTICS FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES SEM 1 4Y OPTION
Semester Two
CANCER 4B OPTION
PLANT BIOTECHNOLOGY 4B OPTION
MITOCHONDRIAL BIOLOGY 4C OPTION
CELL SIGNALLING AND DISEASE 4D OPTION
STEM CELLS 4D OPTION
STATISTICS FOR THE LIFE SCIENCES SEM 2 4E 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 For more information please see Student contract
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 See Study abroad
