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Khalifa University/Programmes/Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology

Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology

BScUndergraduateHealth Sciences

About This Programme

A 125-credit degree covering genetics, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, immunology, anatomy and physiology and bioinformatics, with a senior research project. A strong feeder to the KU Doctor of Medicine and to careers in life-sciences research, industry and graduate study.

Course Highlights

  • Core spans genetics, cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology and bioinformatics
  • Strong laboratory and research training
  • Two-semester senior research project plus an internship
  • Licensed by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA)

What You'll Study

Four-year programme with genetics, biochemistry, microbiology and molecular-biology laboratories, a summer internship, and a two-semester senior research project.

Year 1

  • Grand Challenges4 credits
  • Academic English I3 credits
  • Calculus I4 credits
  • General Chemistry I4 credits
  • Academic Development & Success1 credits
  • Academic English II3 credits
  • General Biology I3 credits
  • Calculus II4 credits
  • Fundamentals of Organic Chemistry4 credits

Year 2

  • General Chemistry II4 credits
  • University Physics I4 credits
  • General Biology II4 credits
  • General Genetics4 credits
  • Introduction to Computing - Python4 credits
  • Introduction to Analytical Chemistry4 credits
  • Biochemistry I4 credits
  • Biology Elective3 credits

Year 3

  • Cell Biology3 credits
  • Biochemistry II3 credits
  • Molecular Cell Biology4 credits
  • University Physics II4 credits
  • Biology Elective3 credits
  • Applied Microbiology4 credits
  • Physiology3 credits
  • Molecular Genetics, Technologies and Tools4 credits
  • Introduction to Applied Statistics3 credits
  • Career Preparation1 credits
  • Internship1 credits

Year 4

  • Developmental Biology3 credits
  • Senior Research Project I3 credits
  • Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship3 credits
  • Data Science and Artificial Intelligence3 credits
  • Business-Humanities Elective3 credits
  • Immunology3 credits
  • Bioinformatics3 credits
  • Senior Research Project II3 credits
  • Enhancing Employability and Job Readiness1 credits
  • Emirates Society / Emirates Studies3 credits
  • Business-Humanities Elective3 credits

Entry Requirements

Academic: A competitive secondary-school record — typically 80-90% in Mathematics and a science (programme-dependent) — with UAE Ministry of Education equivalency where required. All applicants sit the Khalifa University Admission Test (KUAT) and a recorded video interview.
English: IELTS Academic 6.0, TOEFL iBT 79, or EmSAT English 1250 (conditional admission at IELTS 5.5).

SAT Math >=700 or strong AP scores strengthen an application; the foundation year has been discontinued (conditional admits take remedial courses).

Careers

Graduates work in biomedical and pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, healthcare and diagnostics, or continue to medical and graduate study.

Accreditation & Professional Recognition

Licensed and accredited by the UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA).

Programme Details

Award

Bachelor of Science in Cell and Molecular Biology

Start Date

August 2026 (Fall)

Typical Offer

~80-90% in Maths and Biology or Chemistry; IELTS 6.0 / TOEFL iBT 79; pass the Khalifa University Admission Test (KUAT) and a video interview

Duration

4 years

Qualification

Bachelors

Subject Area

Health Sciences

Campus

Abu Dhabi

Course Type

Bachelor of Science

Study Pattern

Full time

Delivery Format

In person

Tuition Fee

AED 78,125/yr

Apply online at ugapply.ku.ac.ae for the Fall intake (deadline 2 March 2026); the application fee is AED 200. Scholarships are assessed automatically at admission - UAE nationals admitted directly study on a full tuition scholarship with accommodation, transport and textbooks, and international undergraduates compete for five merit tiers.

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