Biochemistry and Genetics with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)

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Course Overview - Biochemistry and Genetics with a Year Abroad BSc (Hons)

This joint honours degree combines 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.

Molecular biology is a growing subject which is making an enormous impact in many scientific areas, including the study and treatment of many human diseases, pharmaceutical development, and the complex relationships between our environment and ourselves.

You will learn about the genetic processes that occur within living organisms and study ...

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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

CC4A

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

32

33

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). Typically Distinction to Double Distinction plus A Level Grade B in Biology and Chemistry.

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

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

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

B,B,B

A,A,B

Biology and Chemistry essential.

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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