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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C702
Molecular Biology with Industrial/Professional Experience
University of ManchesterManchester, England
4 yearsDuration
£36,200Per Year (Intl)
£32,000Avg. Graduate Salary
87%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The BSc (Hons) Molecular Biology with Industrial/Professional Experience at University of Manchester is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Manchester, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 4-year full-time structure. Our BSc Molecular Biology with Industrial/Professional Experience course will enable you to gain experience of the workplace on a year-long placement during your degree, making you more attractive to potential employers after graduation. You will learn about DNA, RNA and proteins and the molecular events that govern cell function while exploring the relevant aspects of biochemistry, genetics and cell biology. You will also find out how the completion of large genome projects has helped us to begin to understand the molecular basis of illnesses and use genetic manipulation in biotechnology t... A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Molecular Biology Fundamentals
Biochemistry and Metabolic Pathways
Genetics and Gene Expression
Cell Biology and Cellular Signalling
Genome Analysis and Bioinformatics
Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering
Research Methods in Molecular Biology
Industrial Placement Year
UCAS Code:C702
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£36,200
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£144,800
Home Student Fee
£9,790
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Manchester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £26,000 | £32,000 | £33,000 |
| 3 years | £22,500 | £26,000 | £32,500 |
| 5 years | £27,500 | £33,500 | £46,500 |
UK subject average: £28,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,000
UK average
£28,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 20% above UK average salary
This course
£33,500
UK average
£28,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £7,500 from year 3 to year 5
Indicative Data
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-01-08 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
50%Working
23%Studying
12%Work & Study
7%Seeking Work
72%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data
Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH03-01-08 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Subject-level averageNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
81%
Overall
Teaching on my course
87%Learning opportunities
84%Assessment and feedback
68%Academic support
89%Organisation and management
81%Learning resources
84%Student voice
73%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
92%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Estimated Data
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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About University of Manchester
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