Biological Sciences (Genetics)

The University of Edinburgh

Genetics is the study of biological variation and its inheritance, and hence of the fundamental control mechanisms of living systems.Genetics impacts on almost every aspect of our lives - from human genetics and health, infectious disease, what we eat and drink, how we live - to how we think of ourselves. It is involved in controversial areas such as the use of genetically engineered crops and the biological and ethical issues around human therapeutic cloning. Genetics students, in addition to being informed about the basic science, are encouraged to consider how these issues impact on society.On this programme you will explore biological areas such as:the molecular and cellular sides of geneticsbasic genetic analysis and chromosome theoryissues of population and evolutiondisease developmentThe skills you will gain from a Biological Sciences degree are transferable and highly valued across many career pathways. They include:problem-solvinganalytical and quantitative reasoning skillspresentation and communicationgroup working and collaborationtime managementOur Careers Service is available to help you throughout your time with us and for 2 years after graduating. We have a dedicated School Careers Consultant who runs drop-ins for students and can help with things like CV and application writing and preparation for interviews. We also run a series of workshops during your studies including 'finding work experience' and 'preparing for placement' that you are free to attend.