Overview

The Biochemistry and Molecular Biology program of the University of California, Irvine (UCI) is for students interested in studying the molecular basis (including development, gene expression, immunology, pathogenesis, disease, virology, and evolution).

This major is also designed for students that wish to pursue an advanced degree in biological or medical sciences. In addition, and particularly with the explosive growth in biotechnology and its significant influence in everyday life, graduates could use their backgrounds very effectively to pursue careers in business, education, law, and public affairs.

Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate an understanding of biology at the level of molecules, cells, systems, organisms and ecosystems.

Demonstrate an understanding of key concepts in molecular biology and biochemistry.

Demonstrate scientific quantitative skills, such as the ability to evaluate experimental design, read graphs, and understand and use information from scientific papers.

Demonstrate skill in communication of scientific data in standard format.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced Biochemistry

Advanced Molecular Biology

Biochemistry Laboratory

Advanced Immunology Laboratory

Eukaryotic and Human Genetics

Genomics, Development, and Medicine

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Irvine, United States

Disciplines

Biology Molecular Sciences Biochemistry View 262 other Bachelors in Molecular Sciences in United States

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Academic requirements

GPA

English requirements

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General requirements

Once you have completed the online application, submit it along with a nonrefundable college application fee of $80 for domestic applicants or $95 for international applicants.

Do not send official transcripts when you apply. If you're admitted to UC Irvine, then you will need to submit final transcripts to the Office of Undergraduate Admissions

Test scores. UC Irvine does not consider SAT or ACT scores for admission or scholarship purposes.

Annual income for last year and the current year (your parents' if you're a dependent; your income if you're independent).

Social Security number, if you have one

Citizenship status.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

51204 USD / year

≈ 51204 USD / year
Out-of-State

51204 USD / year

≈ 51204 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

13602 USD / year

≈ 13602 USD / year

Living costs

Irvine

United States

1560 - 2585 USD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Learning Outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic

Living costs

Irvine

Funding

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