Genetics BSc (Hons)
University of Sussex
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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23-SEP-24

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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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23-SEP-24

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**94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)** **About the course**Genetics is having a profound impact on society. Conservation, agriculture, biotechnology and medicine are all undergoing a revolution, made possible by scientific advances in contemporary genetics.At Sussex, you’ll see how these advances are helping us better understand the genetic basis of human health. You’ll also explore how technological ...Read more


94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)


About the course

Genetics is having a profound impact on society. Conservation, agriculture, biotechnology and medicine are all undergoing a revolution, made possible by scientific advances in contemporary genetics.At Sussex, you’ll see how these advances are helping us better understand the genetic basis of human health. You’ll also explore how technological solutions can transform the treatment of disease. And how this could lead us to developing personalised medicine.In the School of Life Sciences, you’ll join a friendly and supportive community of students and academics. You’ll learn from experts specialising in fields such as cancer biology, neurological disorders and population ecology. Your teaching is based on the latest research. On your course, you’ll:- be inspired by a wide range of topics, from cell and molecular biology, genomics and bioinformatics, to structural and developmental biology and neuroscience- learn to use modern experimental techniques and carry out hands-on work in our labs- develop data analysis and communication skills, with the opportunity to learn computing and programming- carry out your own research project.When you graduate, you’ll have the skills and knowledge for a wide range of science and science-related careers. This could include:- the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industries- the NHS and healthcare- science writing or publishing- science engagement.


MSci or BSc?

We also offer this course as a four-year MSci.


About Sussex

Sussex graduates change the world. Our students become the leaders of the future, making discoveries, improving lives and changing things for the better.Study with us to join a welcoming and inspiring community of staff and students from more than 140 countries.


Location

We shape the world from a fantastic campus on the UK’s beautiful south coast.We are the only UK university surrounded by a national park, so you can step off campus to explore the hills and woodlands of the South Downs. The vibrant, colourful and creative seaside city of Brighton & Hove is just nine minutes away.With Brighton voted the happiest city in England for students, (Student Living Survey, Sodexo, 2018) there can be few better places to study.

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WUSCA ranking
WUSCA student ranking
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44/81
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
57th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2024
50th
Genetics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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92%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Genetics graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Genetics graduate salary
£21,000
What students say
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Kunal
12 Jan 24

Love the library cafe. The lecturers are great. Just a fun place to be..Read more

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Julia
05 Dec 23

I love this uni. One of the best experiences..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BBB - ABB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

ABBBB - AABBB Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

Extended Project:

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 - 32 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDD - DDM Grades / Points required

A-levels must include at least one from Biology, Chemistry, Computing, Environmental Science, Geography, Geology, Human Biology, Marine Science, Maths/Pure Maths/Further Maths, Physics, Physical Education, Psychology, Sport Science, Statistics or Life & Health Sciences (Double Award only) at grade B.You will also normally need to pass the separate science practical assessment in at least one of the science subjects. If you are not able to take the science practical assessment, applications will be considered on a case-by-case basis.You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).

Highers must include one or two science subjects (other than Maths). Ideally, you will have at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) at Advanced Higher. You will also need Scottish National 5 in Mathematics and two sciences with grade B in each.

Pass Diploma with at least 39 level 3 credits at Merit or above including 21-24 credits at Distinction.The Access to HE Diploma will need to contain substantial amounts of Level 3 credits in science subjects.You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).

We take the EPQ into account when considering your application and it can be useful in the summer when your results are released if you have narrowly missed the conditions of your offer. We do not routinely include the EPQ in the conditions of your offer but we sometimes offer alternative conditions that include the EPQ. If you wish to discuss this further please contact Admissions at ug.applicants@sussex.ac.uk

This score should be from the full IB Diploma.Higher Levels must include at least one from Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geography, Mathematics, Physics or Psychology with at least grade 5.

The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma would normally need to be in Applied Science and you will need to have opted for substantial numbers of modules please see the University website for more information.You will normally need GCSE (or equivalent) Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade 5 in each (or grade B).

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£25,000 per year

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Students from EU

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This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£25,000 per year

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Students from International

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Kunal
12 Jan 24
Genetics BSc (Hons)
Love the library cafe. The lecturers are great. Just a fun place to be...
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Julia
05 Dec 23
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I love this uni. One of the best experiences...
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University of Sussex
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The University of Sussex is a world-leading research-intensive institution (REF, 2021) based near the popular seaside city of Brighton....

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