Biological Sciences (Genetics and Genomics) (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Oxford Brookes UniversityHeadington, United Kingdom
Course overview
Biological Sciences (Genetics and Genomics) with Foundation Year at Oxford Brookes Univeristy starts with developing your academic skills. After the first year you progress to the degree, which covers rapid advances in DNA sequencing, computational analysis and molecular and cell biology laboratory skills.
Key highlights
- Foundation year develops academic skills before progressing to the degree
- Covers rapid advances in DNA sequencing technology
- Includes computational analysis of biological data
- Builds molecular and cell biology laboratory skills
- Optional placement year available, extending the course to five years
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 32 — Standard offer UCAS Tariff Points: 32 A Level: N/A IB Points: N/A BTEC: PP Specific entry requirements Please also see the University's general entry requirements .
- BTEC: PP — Standard offer UCAS Tariff Points: 32 A Level: N/A IB Points: N/A BTEC: PP Specific entry requirements Please also see the University's general entry requirements .
Scholarships
International Student Scholarship
We are offering a £2,000 scholarship to support students who make their deposit payment by a relevant deadline.
Up to £2,000Oxford Brookes Business School International Student Scholarship
Award value - £2,000
Up to £2,000Sanctuary Scholarship
Visa Renewal Discount
Award value - £558
Up to £558
Careers this course leads to
- Geneticist
- Genomics research technician
- Bioinformatician
- Laboratory scientist
- Molecular biologist
- Clinical research associate
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 | International: £18,250
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Oxford Brookes University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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