Biochemistry and Genetics Msci (Hon)

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Course Overview - Biochemistry and Genetics Msci (Hon)

This advanced undergraduate joint honours degree brings together two complementary and overlapping disciplines, giving you in-depth knowledge of the advanced molecular biology techniques and research which are the basis for understanding all forms of life.

The 4 year MSci is an advanced undergraduate degree, adding a further research-focused year to a 3 year BSc. This will give you an in-depth knowledge of the fundamental building blocks of all life on earth. The MSci programme follows our BSc in Biochemistry and Genetics course, but offers specialist training in a broad ra...

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Course Information

1 Clearing option available

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Study Mode

Full-time

Duration

4 Years

Start Date

22/09/2025

Campus

Singleton Park Campus

Course Address
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP

Application Details

Course Code

CC4R

Institution Code

S93

Points of Entry

Year 1

Entry Requirements

Scottish Higher

Scottish Advanced Higher at equivalent grade is accepted in place of any A-Level (A2).

Access to HE Diploma

At least 24 Distinctions and 15 Merits in Level 3 Credits including Distinctions in ALL Biology and Chemistry modules.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

34

Including good HL grades in Chemistry and Biology.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

Distinction (D) in a relevant BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (6 units) is accepted in place of one A-Level (A2) (other than Chemistry or Biology).

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)

6 Higher subjects at min. H3 inc. Biology = H2 & Chemistry = H2

GCSE/National 4/National 5

GCSEs: English Grade C, Maths Grade C

Extended Project

We recognise the EPQ as an excellent indicator of success. If you are predicted a Grade B or above in the EPQ, you will receive an offer with a one grade reduction, to include your EPQ with a grade B.

A level

A,A,B

You must have good grades in Chemistry and Biology.

Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)

Welsh Baccalaureate at equivalent grade is accepted in place of one A-Level (A2) (other than Chemistry or Biology).

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales

Swansea University accepts the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level.

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