Cell and Molecular Biology
Cell and Molecular Biology
LIFESCI XL 7A
This first course in the pre-medical life science sequence provides an introduction to cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology.
Typically Available
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Duration
As few as 11 weeks
Units
5.0
Current Formats
Live Online
In Person
Cost
Starting at $1,175.00
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What you can learn.
What you can learn.
Understand basic concepts of chemistry in analyzing biological molecules and cells
Evaluate nucleic acids as related to DNA and RNA
Recognize different kinds of DNA mutation and damage
About This Course
Introduction to basic principles of cell structure and cell biology, biochemistry, and molecular biology. P/NP or letter grading. Transferable for UC credit.
Spring 2026 Schedule
Date
Details
Format
-
Monday, Wednesday
Instructor:
Yao Wang
REG#
407854
Fee:
$1,175.00
In Person
UCLA
Notes
No meeting May 26, 2025.
Lecture only. The textbook and iClicker will be used throughout LIFESCI XL 7A, 7B and 7C.
Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: April 5, 2026 11:59:59 PM PST. Internet access required.
Deadline
Refunds only available from February 02, 2026 to April 12, 2026
Course Requirements
Book:
Biology: How Life Works
©2023
Macmillan
ISBN 9781319571788
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Mon Mar 30, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed Apr 1, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon Apr 6, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed Apr 8, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon Apr 13, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed Apr 15, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon Apr 20, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed Apr 22, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon Apr 27, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed Apr 29, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon May 4, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed May 6, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon May 11, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed May 13, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon May 18, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed May 20, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon May 25, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed May 27, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon Jun 1, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed Jun 3, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Lecture
Mon Jun 8, 2026
7:00PM PT - 10:00PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
Discussion
Wed Jun 10, 2026
7:00PM PT - 8:30PM PT
UCLA
Boelter Hall 5252
Boelter Hall 5252
-
Tuesday, Thursday
REG#
407853
Fee:
$1,175.00
Live Online
Remote Classroom
Notes
Lecture only. The textbook will be used throughout LIFESCI XL 7A, 7B, and 7C.
Visitors not permitted. Enrollment deadline: April 5, 2026 11:59:59 PM PST. Internet access required.
Deadline
Refunds only available from February 02, 2026 to April 12, 2026
Course Requirements
Book:
Biology: How Life Works
©2023
Macmillan
ISBN 9781319571788
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Lecture
Tue Mar 31, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Apr 2, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Apr 7, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Apr 9, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Apr 14, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Apr 16, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Apr 21, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Apr 23, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Apr 28, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Apr 30, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue May 5, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu May 7, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue May 12, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu May 14, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue May 19, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu May 21, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue May 26, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu May 28, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jun 2, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
Discussion
Thu Jun 4, 2026
6:30PM PT - 7:45PM PT
Remote Classroom
Lecture
Tue Jun 9, 2026
6:30PM PT - 9:30PM PT
Remote Classroom
This course applies toward the following programs
Pre-Medical and General Science Studies
certificate
certificate
Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.
Boost your academic foundation to pursue a career change, apply to a health/professional program or enhance your knowledge in the sciences. Earned credits in this rigorous post-baccalaureate certificate program are transferable to UC and Cal State campuses, as well as other universities nationwide (some limitations may apply). Federal financial aid is available.