About the course

Genetics affects all aspects of life and health. Understanding genetics and molecular genetics is fundamental to biology, biotechnology, medicine, and health care. This is illustrated by the daily stories of genetics and genetic research in the press. The education and training you will receive as part of your Genetics degree will open a whole world of job opportunities in science, industry, healthcare, forensics and beyond.

　　You will undertake laboratory training and acquire important transferable skills including problem solving, writing, and presenting of reports, and critical analysis of data and written reports. These are key skills for any job in the modern world. You will also have the chance to spend one year working in a research laboratory in academia or in industry as part of our MSci programme. This will take place between years 3 and 4 of the Honours Degree. Advances in genetics have led to the completion of many genome projects and are directly responsible for the revolution that continues to take place in biological and medical science, healthcare, agriculture, and industry. For example, understanding the molecular basis of genetic and common diseases such as cancer, heart disease and dementia, to help develop new more effective treatments and medications. In addition, genetics is critically important for plant biotechnology and the use of genetic engineering, including for example the development of vaccines, and drought resistant crops.

　　Recent graduates have taken research, support or leadership roles in academia, industry and public services. Many graduates have entered teaching, medicine, management and journalism but these are only a few examples. The skills you will gain will help you in any future position. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: GB£111,720

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Glasgow
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Glasgow

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Glasgow

A-LEVELS

　　Standard academic entry requirements: AAB.

　　Minimum academic entry requirements: BBB.

　　Other mandatory requirements: Biology or Human Biology or Chemistry A-level at Grades A or B.

　　INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

　　Standard academic entry requirements: 36 points including three HL subjects at 6,6,5

　　Minimum academic entry requirements: 32 points including three HL subjects at 6,5,5

　　Other mandatory requirements: Minimum of two relevant Science subjects at HL: SL6 will be considered for one. Biology or Human Biology or Chemistry at SL6 or HL6.

　　International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic module (not General Training):

　　overall score 6.5

　　no sub-test less than 6.0

　　or equivalent scores in another recognised qualification (see below)

　　ibTOEFL*: 90, no sub-test less than: Reading: 20, Listening: 19, Speaking: 19, Writing: 23

　　

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　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Glasgow. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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