Biology (Molecular and Cellular) with Research Placement

Studying biology helps you better understand the structure, function, and taxonomy of living organisms, which include humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms. Specialising in molecular and cellular biology allows you a deeper understanding of how molecules and cells work and can be manipulated, which opens the door to a broad range of careers. A degree in molecular and cellular biology can put you at the forefront of modern scientific breakthroughs, vaccine developments and more.

Why Study Biology (Molecular and Cellular) with Research Placement BSc(Hons) at University of Huddersfield?
A Biology (Molecular and Cellular) with Research Placement BSc(Hons) degree prepares you for an exciting career or for further study in the field of biology. This course covers core topics in molecular and cellular biology which include biochemistry, cell biology and genomics.

You’ll gain relevant real-world experience and you’ll be taught by biology academics with doctoral-level expertise in their subject areas. Teaching is via lectures, seminars, and sessions, which will see you gain hands-on experience using modern, scientific instruments in our specialist biological sciences labs.

Following your first two years in the course, you’ll have the opportunity to put your knowledge and skills to the test in a compulsory and supervised Research Placement Year. During this placement year, you’ll:
• Experience working in an active research environment in a lab within the University or within the industry in the UK or internationally. 
• Explore employment opportunities within organisations related to your studies.
• Network with potential employers and construct work experience profiles to prepare for a future biology career.

This course will prepare you for a variety of potentially exciting careers in a range of fields in research and industry, as well as for future study. You’ll be able to work in medical research, medical genetics, the NHS, pharmaceuticals and more.

Professional Bodies
This course has advanced accreditation by the Royal Society of Biology and accreditation is reviewed on a regular basis. As a student on this course, you’ll be able to apply for undergraduate membership of the Biochemical Society and The Physiological Society (UK). You’ll also be eligible for student affiliate membership of the Royal Society of Biology and upon successful graduation be eligible to apply for one year associate membership, this can help open up networks at a crucial time when applying for jobs.

Why Huddersfield?
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

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As a student here, you’ll benefit from inspirational teaching and access to innovative facilities and high-quality teaching and learning spaces, across two close-knit campuses, located right in the heart of Huddersfield town.

The University of Huddersfield focuses on preparing you for real-world experiences in your field, with simulated workspaces such as TV and radio studios, a trading room, and mock law court and hospital facilities.

As an undergraduate student, you’ll have the opportunity to undertake professional work-related experience whilst studying at Huddersfield. Students have gained invaluable experience both in the UK and internationally, working for brands such as Honda, BT, Siemens and PwC, to name but a few. Huddersfield also offer the Global Professional Award alongside your degree so you can gain valuable skills and attributes that employers are looking for.

Located in the foothills of the Pennines and surrounded by beautiful countryside, Huddersfield is a beautiful, student-friendly town with plenty for you to explore and it enjoys a low cost of living, meaning you'll have more to do more!

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