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Genetics MBiol (Hons)
Course Overview - Genetics MBiol (Hons)
With a degree in Genetics, you will be playing a vital part in the development of genetic engineering and the decoding of the human genome. Take on the ‘grand challenges’ of medicine and agriculture as you gain a comprehensive understanding of the nature, transmission and expression of genetic information in living organisms.
Genetics is at the core of biological and medical sciences and so upon completion of this degree you will be suitable for opportunities in a wide range of careers including research, industry, healthcare, environment, and forensics. You’ll also develop...
With a degree in Genetics, you will be playing a vital part in the development of genetic engineering and the decoding of the human genome. Take on the ‘grand challenges’ of medicine and agriculture as you gain a comprehensive understanding of the nature, transmission and expression of genetic information in living organisms.<br/><br/>Genetics is at the core of biological and medical sciences and so upon completion of this degree you will be suitable for opportunities in a wide range of careers including research, industry, healthcare, environment, and forensics. You’ll also develop extensive knowledge and understanding of related disciplines through optional modules such as human genetic disorders and cancer genetics.<br/><br/>This integrated Masters (MBiol) gives you an additional year of specialist training, to study advanced research topics and undertake your own extended research project. You may also choose to apply for our 3 year BSc and transfer to an MBiol up until the end of your second year, subject to suitable academic performance.<br/><br/>**Course highlights:**<br/>- For those who select the medical modules, projects are available in the research laboratories of the Leeds General Infirmary and the Leeds Institute for Molecular Medicine at St. James University Hospital.<br/><br/><br/>- You will study the applications of genetic techniques in fields as diverse as genetic engineering, diagnostics and therapies for human diseases, developmental biology, biotechnology, and conservation biology.<br/><br/><br/>- Career development is at the heart of all our programmes, with specific modules presenting you with opportunities for workplace training through placements and internships.<br/><br/><br/>- Genetics is a key part of biological sciences and underpins biotechnology and pharmaceutical development - the rapid development of the various vaccines to protect against Coronavirus was a direct result of the application of genetic engineering.<br/><br/><br/>- One year of additional specialist training culminating in an extended research project. <br/>
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
24/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
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Codes/info
Course Code
C409
Institution Code
L23
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
Entry Requirements
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherNot Accepted Access to HE DiplomaNot Accepted International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme35 35 (with 18 at higher level) including 6 in higher level biology and preferably another science or science-related subject at higher level. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Not Accepted Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H2,H2,H2 Including Biology and preferably another science or science-related subject at higher level. Scottish Advanced HigherAdvanced Higher: 5 x Highers AABBB, with AA in 2 Advanced Highers including biology and preferably another science or science-related subject. General studies and critical thinking excluded. We accept the following: - Science subjects include: biology, human biology, chemistry, maths and physics. - Science-related subjects include: computing, environmental science, geography, geology, P.E, psychology, science in society, statistics, food science and use of maths. Scottish Higher: Scottish Highers not accepted on their own. Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalD3,D3,D3 Including Biology and preferably another science or science-related subject. If Biology is the only science subject then a D3 grade will be required. Global Perspectives excluded. When an applicant is taking the Global Perspectives this can be considered alongside Pre-U subjects and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. This would be D3/M1/M1 and grade D3 in Global Perspectives (BSc applicants) or D3/D3/M1 and grade D3 in Global Perspectives (MBiol applicants). Extended ProjectApplicants offering an EPQ or IPQ qualification will receive a standard offer, as shown above, plus an alternative offer. The alternative offer would be AAB plus grade A in EPQ / IPQ. Subject-specific requirements are still valid. A levelA,A,A Including biology and preferably another science or science-related subject. If biology is the only science subject then an A grade is required. Critical thinking and general studies excluded. We accept the following: Science subjects: biology, human biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics. Science-related subjects: computing, environmental science, food science, geography, geology, PE, psychology, science in society, statistics, use of mathematics. Applicants taking a Science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement. When an applicant is taking the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) or the Cambridge International Project Qualification (Cambridge IPQ) this can be considered alongside A-levels and may attract an alternative offer in addition to the standard offer. If you are taking A-levels, this would be ABB at A-level and grade A in the EPQ (BSc applicants) or AAB and grade A in the EPQ (MBiol applicants). T LevelNot Accepted Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)Not Accepted |
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