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To gain a profound understanding of how living things function, grow and reproduce we must refine our focus to the molecular level. Studying Genetics at Royal Holloway, University of London will give you an insight into the molecular mechanisms that control all life processes on Earth.
Our flexible degree structure allows you to tailor your course to your own interests, even within the first year. In years 2 and 4 you can further specialise with a selection of optional modules including Evolution, Developmental Biology, Climate Change and Cell and Molecular Neuroscience.
To gain a profound understanding of how living things function, grow and reproduce we must refine our focus to the molecular level. Studying Genetics at Royal Holloway, University of London will give you an insight into the molecular mechanisms that control all life processes on Earth.<br/><br/>Our flexible degree structure allows you to tailor your course to your own interests, even within the first year. In years 2 and 4 you can further specialise with a selection of optional modules including Evolution, Developmental Biology, Climate Change and Cell and Molecular Neuroscience.<br/><br/>You’ll study at our state-of-the-art Department of Biological Sciences, where a recent £16 million investment has helped to provide specialist equipment for mass spectrometry, bioinformatics and gene and protein sequencing. Gain laboratory experience across the four years, joining our renowned research culture in year four as you complete your individual research project alongside our expert academics. The Department of Biological Sciences was ranked 25th in the UK for influential research output by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2014.<br/><br/>Develop your interest in Genetics and you’ll graduate with a range of transferrable skills that will make you an attractive prospect to employers in a variety of fields. Department of Biological Sciences graduates have gone on to find careers in fields including forensic medicine, medical research and pharmaceuticals, and BSc Genetics will give you a robust skillset to take into your chosen career.<br/><br/>Our year in industry degrees are highly valued by employers and they give you the chance to gain first-hand experience of the world of work and to apply your learning to real-world scenarios. Your year in industry will start at the end of year 2.<br/><br/>Develop practical laboratory and data handling skills.<br/>Examine the life cycle of flowering plants, their evolution, developmental and functional biology.<br/>Learn how biological and ecological principles can help develop sustainable solutions to 21st-century problems.<br/>Join a close-knit and supportive learning community with a high staff-to-student ratio.
Clearing is your chance to secure a place at a top 34 UK university (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).
Picture stunning red-brick architecture and a buzzing campus community all set over 135 acres of stunning parkland.... that's what awaits at Royal Holloway, University of London.
There's also a wide range of undergraduate courses on offer! Get to grips with all things digital, from programming and software engineering, to computer graphics and robotics in Computer Science BSc. Learn the ins and outs of English and European Law, and qualify as a s...
Clearing is your chance to secure a place at a top 34 UK university (Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025).<br/><br/>Picture stunning red-brick architecture and a buzzing campus community all set over 135 acres of stunning parkland.... that's what awaits at Royal Holloway, University of London.<br/><br/>There's also a wide range of undergraduate courses on offer! Get to grips with all things digital, from programming and software engineering, to computer graphics and robotics in Computer Science BSc. Learn the ins and outs of English and European Law, and qualify as a solicitor in Law LLb. Or practise your French, German, Spanish or Italian language skills on a year abroad, on the Modern Languages BA!<br/><br/>Click Visit Website now, to start your Clearing journey at Royal Holloway.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
C401
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Not Accepted
B,B,B,B,B
Subjects to include Biology plus another science from either Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
D:24,M:21
Pass Access to Science HE Diploma with at least 24 level 3 credits at Distinction, including all Biology and Chemistry units at Distinction and the remaining level 3 credits at Merit. Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education.
30
5,5,5 at Higher Level including Higher Level Biology and a Higher Level in either Chemistry, Maths or Physics, with a minimum of 32 points overall.
Not Accepted
H3,H3,H3,H3,H3
Subjects to include Biology plus another science from either Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics.
DM
Distinction, Merit in Applied Science and grade B in A-level Chemistry or A-level Biology. A Pass is required in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
B,B,B
B,B,C
Subjects to include Biology plus another science from either Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.
D
Plus grades BB in A-level Biology plus another science from either Chemistry, Maths or Physics. A Pass is required in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
B,B,B
B,B,C
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economics factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. Required subjects: Biology plus another science from either Chemistry, Maths or Physics. A Pass is required in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
M
T-Level should be in a Science Pathway with Merit achieved overall, Merit in the occupation specialism and B in the Core Component.
Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
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