Medical Genetics BSc(Hons)
University of HuddersfieldUniversity of Huddersfield, Queensgate, Huddersfield HD1 3DH
Course overview
Genetics is at the heart of modern biological sciences. The drive to understand more about the processes behind inherited diseases has led to huge advances in many fields including embryology, stem cell biology and cancer research. On this course, you’ll learn about genetics across the board from the foundations right up to the most recent breakthroughs.
It’s a course designed to help you kickstart your career in a wide range of healthcare professions, pharmaceuticals, genetic counselling, or medical research. The top five job titles advertised in the UK for graduate roles associated with courses in this subject area are Laboratory Technicians, Medical Laboratory Assistants, Laboratory Assistants, Biology Technicians and Biological Science Technicians.* *Lightcast data extracted from Graduate Career Explorer – job postings from Dec 2023 to Nov 2024 showing jobs advertised associated with a selection of relevant graduates. On this course, you’ll gain a firm foundational knowledge on the application of genetics to medical and biological sciences research.
In addition to learning theory, you’ll gain practical hands-on experience in the labs in our new £18.2-million Applied Sciences facilities. Some of the core modules you’ll cover on this course include:
Key highlights
- Covers genetics from foundations to the most recent research breakthroughs
- Explores inherited disease, embryology, stem cell biology and cancer research
- Hands-on lab experience in new £18.2-million Applied Sciences facilities
- Optional placement year available as part of a four-year route
- Prepares for healthcare, pharmaceuticals, genetic counselling or medical research
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC-BCC — to include including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry
- UCAS tariff points: 104-112 — …Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry A Level.
- T-level: Merit — Merit in T Level in Science.
- BTEC: DMM — BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
- Access to HE Diploma — with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in a relevant Science subject
Scholarships
Merit-based Scholarships
At the University of Huddersfield, we recognise academic excellence by offering a merit-based scholarship of up to £4,000 to international students for a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Careers this course leads to
- Laboratory Technician
- Medical Laboratory Assistant
- Laboratory Assistant
- Biology Technician
- Biological Science Technician
Cost of study
UK/Home: £9,535 | International: £17,600
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 University of Huddersfield, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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