Genetics @ a glance

What?

Undergraduate Pathway in Genetics

Prepare you for a wide variety of professions including the pharmaceutical industry, forensic science and conservation biology.

Why?

  • Gives you experience using state-of-the-art equipment.
  • Get taught by leading medical professionals.
  • Gain experience in a wide range of Biological fields.

How?

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The study of Genetics plays a major role in diagnosing human diseases and developing new treatments and pharmaceuticals.

It sheds light on human evolution and the effect of environmental change on living organisms, and can help us to conserve the planet's biodiversity.

The Medical Genetics degree provides appropriate training for students who wish to undertake further study to become a doctor.

 

Stage 1

Stage 2

Stage 3

University Foundation

First Year Degree in Genetics

Second Year Degree

Location: ICWS at Swansea University

Intakes: September and January

Duration: Two semesters

Modules

  • Analytical Techniques 1
  • Biology 1
  • Biology 2
  • Interactive Learning Skills and Communication
  • Organic Chemistry (Stream 2)
  • Physical Chemistry
  • Principles of ICT
  • Statistics

Course fee: £11,500

Location: ICWS at Swansea University

Intakes: September

Duration: Two semesters

Course fee: £12,600

Location: Swansea University

Course fee: £11,700

Popular Careers

Swansea University degree pathways

Stage 4
  • Biotechnology
  • Conservation biology
  • Forensic science
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Research
  • BSc (Hons) Genetics
  • BSc (Hons) Genetics and Biochemistry
  • BSc (Hons) Medical Genetics

Final Year Degree

Location: Swansea University

Course fee: £11,700

 

* Stated Swansea University fees are a guide only and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date fee listings, please visit www.swan.ac.uk