Genetics, BSc (Hons) / MSci (Hons) / BSc
Swansea UniversitySingleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Genetics is an exciting and fast ‑ moving field that is transforming our understanding of life and driving innovation across science and medicine. From diagnosing and treating diseases to developing new pharmaceuticals, personalised therapies, genetic engineering, biotechnology and the study of evolution, biodiversity and pathogens, genetics now underpins many of the most important scientific advances of our time. Our Genetics BSc (Hons) / MSci (Hons) provides an in ‑ depth understanding of the fundamental building blocks of life on Earth.
You will gain hands ‑ on experience with techniques used to analyse gene expression, protein interactions, DNA structure and damage, and biomolecular and cellular imaging, alongside advanced computational approaches used in modern genetic research. Throughout the programme, you will develop strong analytical, problem ‑ solving and project ‑ management skills, and learn how to design experiments and plan effective research programmes. This single honours, interdisciplinary degree draws on shared modules across the Department and wider School, giving you a broad and diverse learning experience.
You will also have the opportunity to enhance your academic and professional development through an intercalary year abroad or a year in industry.
Key highlights
- Hands-on experience analysing gene expression, protein interactions and DNA damage
- Training in biomolecular and cellular imaging techniques
- Advanced computational approaches used in modern genetic research
- Learn to design experiments and plan effective research programmes
- Option of an intercalary year abroad or year in industry
- Interdisciplinary modules shared across the Department and wider School
Entry requirements
- A-level: AAB-BCC — to include
- T-level — Considered on a case by case basis
- UCAS tariff points: 104-136 — Mixed Qualifications: 104 - 136 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest qualifications, to include 32 UCAS tariff points in A level Biology
- UCAS tariff points: 32 — Mixed Qualifications: 104 - 136 UCAS tariff points from 3 highest qualifications, to include 32 UCAS tariff points in A level Biology
- International Baccalaureate: 32 — to include to include 5 at Higher Level Biology, plus one other STEM subject
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Careers this course leads to
- Research scientist
- Clinical scientist (genetics)
- Biotechnologist
- Pharmaceutical scientist
- Bioinformatician
- Laboratory technician
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,790 per year | International: £22,750 per year
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 Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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