Gain a broad foundation in molecular bioscience together with extensive subject knowledge in specialised topics such as molecular biology, biochemistry and microbiology. Practicals enable you to master a diverse set of laboratory skills that can be applied to many of today’s most crucial scientific problems. What you will study First year A typical first year may include: core topics in evolution of biological diversity, molecular basis of life, the nature of science, and biostatistics a selection of electives Second year A typical second year may include: core topics in experimental design and statistics for biology; genetics, evolution and biodiversity; disease and immunology; virology; biochemistry; and molecular biology a selection of electives Third year A typical third year may include: core topics in foundations in microbiology, protein to proteome, DNA to genome, integrating molecular biosciences, and microbial ecology and infectious disease a topic in industrial and pharmaceutical biotechnology, or environmental biotechnology a selection of electives Honours year A typical honours year may include: a major molecular biosciences research thesis allowing high-performing students to progress to a higher degree by research further development of professional skills, particularly those relevant to research and development. Your career Graduates with a molecular biosciences specialisation usually work in a laboratory setting but they may also become involved in field-based projects. Potential occupations include: molecular scientist molecular microbiologist clinical research associate cytometry technical specialist biostatistician. Potential employers include: medical research organisations biotechnology companies universities government agencies