Cell and Molecular Biology (Hons) University College Dublin

Overview

Cell & Molecular Biology is the study of cells and the molecules (DNA, RNA, proteins, lipids and carbohydrates) that combine to form them. This includes their physiological properties such as their structure, their interaction with the extracellular environment and other cells, their life cycle, division and function, and eventual death. 

With the Cell and Molecular Biology (Hons) degree at University College Dublin, you will learn about single-celled organisms such as bacteria, and more specialised cells in animals and plants. Experiential learning using microscopy and numerous cutting edge molecular approaches will help you to understand how cells in organisms develop, how they respond to their environment and the molecular changes that underpin diseased cells. 

This training will equip you to tackle important global challenges, such as understanding the molecular basis of diseases and innovating novel therapeutic approaches to combat them.

Careers

Graduates in Cell and Molecular Biology (Hons) programme at University College Dublin can find employment in:

• Pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries

• Biomedical research

• Hospital and university laboratories

• Forensic science laboratories

• Genetic counselling

Graduates can pursue MSc programmes in Biotechnology, Biotechnology with Business, Biotherapeutics, or apply for PhD programmes in cell signalling, membrane biology or genetics, in Ireland and abroad.