Overview

At University of East Anglia , this BSc Molecular Biology and Genetics with a Year Abroad (Hons) 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. In your third year, you’ll study abroad at one of our many exciting partner institutions across the globe, gaining invaluable international experience to enhance your CV.

Year Abroad

Complete years one and two successfully and you’ll spend year three studying at one of our partner universities in North America, Europe or Australasia. We’ll take your academic interests and placement preferences into account when allocating the university that we feel is your best fit, from your chosen short-list.

For further details, visit the Study Abroad pages. You’ll not only gain scientific knowledge, you’ll also develop your skills in areas of research and communication, IT and data science data collection, analytics and critical thinking. This combination makes you highly employable.

Career Pathways

Example of careers that you could enter include:

Healthcare
Medical laboratory work
Genetics
Teaching

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Diversity of Life
Evolution, Behaviour and Ecology
Professional Skills for Biosciences
Biological Chemistry
Cell Biology and Physiology
Molecular Biology and Genetics

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-04 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6

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Credits

480 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Norwich, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Molecular Sciences Genetics View 121 other Bachelors in Genetics in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

105

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

GCSE requirements: English Language and Mathematics at minimum grade 4 (C) or equivalent
English language: Various accepted qualifications (see equivalencies page)
A levels: Typical offer AAB (science subjects may require practical pass; Critical Thinking & General Studies not accepted)
International Baccalaureate: 33 points overall
Other international qualifications: Accepted (country-specific requirements apply)
Alternative route: UEA International Study Centre offers foundation/preparation programmes leading to this degree if requirements aren’t met

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Tuition Fees

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

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

29300 GBP / year

≈ 29300 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Norwich

United Kingdom

609 - 1044 GBP / month

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

Funding

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Key information

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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General requirements

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Living costs

Norwich

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