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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Singleton Park Campus 1
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Singleton Park Campus
Full Time
SEP
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Singleton Park Campus 1
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Singleton Park Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
Select a an exam type
If you’re interested in the study of Genetics and stepping into the exciting and fast-moving field that is making an enormous impact in a range of scientific areas but don’t have the required entry qualifications to join our BSc programme or are a mature student returning to education, our BSc with a Foundation Year is the right course for you.The foundation year of this four-year course will introduce you to the key concepts and knowledge you need to progress to the BSc in Genetics, following successful completion of the Foundation Year with at least a 60% overall average, students will progress onto Year 1 of the BSc.Our Genetics degree will give you an in-depth knowledge of these fundamental building blocks of all life on earth. You will learn techniques for analysing gene expression, protein interactions, DNA structure and damage, image analysis of biomolecules and cells, and advanced computer analytical methods.You will develop excellent analytical and project management skills and learn how to design experiments and plan work programmes.With a degree in Genetics, career opportunities are diverse and extensive. They include: medical research, pharmaceutical industry and health sciences, post graduate studies (MSc, MRes, PhD), genetic counselling, clinical scientist, Graduate entry medicinePhysicians associate, Teaching, Scientific writer, bioinformatics
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CCD Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
24 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
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T Level:
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Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024):
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Students living in
Domestic
£9,535 per year
Students from Domestic
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£22,750 per year
Students from EU
This is the fee you pay if you live within the European Union. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.
£22,750 per year
Students from International
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