Lahore Leads University offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Molecular Biology, a four-year undergraduate degree program designed to delve into the intricate world of molecular genetics and biotechnology. This field is at the forefront of modern biological science, offering profound insights into the basis of life and disease.

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Overview

The BS in Molecular Biology is a four-year (8-semester) undergraduate degree program offered by many Pakistani universities and recognized by the Higher Education Commission (HEC). This field is at the forefront of modern science, focusing on the study of biological processes at the molecular level. It explores the structure, function, and interactions of essential biological macromolecules like DNA, RNA, and proteins, which form the basis of all life.

Scope

Molecular Biology focuses on understanding the molecular mechanisms of DNA, RNA, proteins,
and cellular processes. Graduates are equipped to work in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals,
genetic engineering, diagnostics, and academic research.

Job Roles

Research on genes, proteins, and diseases
Gene editing (e.g., CRISPR) and therapy development
Molecular diagnostics (PCR, electrophoresis)
R&D in pharma and biotech industries
Quality control of genetic products
Teaching and academic research.

Scheme

 

Minimum Duration in Years

Total Number of Semesters

Credit Hours

Minimum CGPA Required

4

8

129

2.0

Semester 1

Sr.#

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

1

ENGL100

FUNCTIONAL ENGLISH

3

2

QRMT100

Quantitative Reasoning – I

3

3

CAVE100

Civics and Community Engagement

2

4

NSML100

Healthcare Diagnostics

3

5

SSMC100

Social Media In Current Times

2

6

QT101

Understanding of Holy Quran-I

1

7

MOLB200

Molecular Biology

3

Semester 2

Sr.#

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

1

EXPR100

Expository Writing

3

2

QRMT110

Quantitative Reasoning – II

3

3

ENTR100

Entrepreneurship

2

4

IS-135

Computer Applications

3

5

AHSS100

The Life of Holy Prophet S.A.W.W

3

6

QT102

Understanding of Holy Quran-II

1

7

BCHE101

Introduction to Biochemistry

3

Semester 3

Sr.#

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

1

ICOP100

Ideology & Constitution of Pakistan

2

2

ISLM100

ISLAMIC STUDIES

2

3

MOLB203

Techniques in Molecular Biology

3

4

BIOL300

Genetics

4

5

BCHE301

Metabolism-I

3

6

MLTY101

BASIC ANATOMY

3

Semester 4

Sr.#

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

1

BCHE310

Metabolism-II

3

2

MOLB303

Cell & Tissue Culture

3

3

MOLB302

Genomics & Proteomics

3

4

MOLB304

Molecular Toxicology

3

5

MLTY105

Physiology

3

Semester 5

Sr.#

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

1

MOLB301

Cell Signaling

3

2

MLTY304

MICROBIOLOGY-I (Bacteriology)

4

3

MLTY203

GENERAL PATHOLOGY

3

4

BTEC300

Biotechnology

3

5

MLTY307

BASIC IMMUNOLOGY

4

Semester 6

Sr.#

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

1

MLTY306

MICROBIOLOGY-II (Parasitology, Mycology, Virology)

4

2

BIOL402

Human Genetics

3

3

MICB212

Bacterial Genetics

3

4

MOLB402

Gene Therapy

3

5

UNRM301

Research Methods

3

Semester 7

Sr.#

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

1

BION400

Bioinformatics

3

2

MOLB401

DNA Damage & Repair

2

3

MOLB403

Molecular Genetics

3

4

BTEC307

Health Biotechnology

3

5

xxx

Elective-I

3

6

INTN401

Internship

3

Semester 8

Sr.#

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

1

MLTY402

LAB BIOSAFETY AND LAB MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES

3

2

MOLB403

Molecular Genetics

3

3

CAPJ400

CAPSTONE PROJECT

3

4

xxx

Elective-II

3