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Genetics (with integrated year in industry)

Entry requirements


A level

B,B,B-B,C,C

To include B in A-level Biology.

The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met. We are not able to accept Access to Higher Education Diplomas as a general qualification for every undergraduate degree course.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme

28-30

To include 5 points in Biology at Higher Level.

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

DDD-DDM

In a specified subject.

UCAS Tariff

104-120

To include B in A-level Biology.

Aberystwyth University welcomes the Welsh Baccalaureate as a valuable qualification in its own right and considers completion of the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate to be equivalent to an A level grade.

About this course


Course option

4years

Sandwich including industrial placement | 2024

Subject

Genetics

Kick-start your career and enhance your employability prospects with our four-year Bachelor of Science honours degree in Genetics with an integrated year in industry. If you are fascinated by genetics and want to tackle important scientific issues linked to clinical genetics or biotechnology, then this is the scheme for you.

Delve into the fundamental principles governing evolution, molecular biology, and clinical genetics through a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical experience, equipping you with the skills and insights needed to excel in the field. Through interactive lectures, hands on laboratory sessions, and guided research projects, you will gain a deep understanding of the core principles of genetics.

You will analyse real-world case studies, explore ethical considerations in genetic research, and develop critical thinking skills to tackle complex genetic challenges. Our expert lecturing staff, drawn from diverse research backgrounds, ensure that you will receive the latest insights and industry-relevant knowledge. Students will experience an environment that is not only intellectually invigorating but also enriched by coastal living, a unique combination that enhances both scholarly pursuits and personal well-being.

We provide an array of modules in the second and final years, affording you the flexibility to tailor your learning according to your specific interests. You have the option to pursue a more clinical route by delving into subjects like immunology and pharmacology, or you may choose to concentrate on areas such as microbiology, biochemistry, plant science, or a blend of these disciplines.

You can also hone your laboratory techniques, using cutting-edge equipment to conduct genetic experiments and analyses. We have extensive research and teaching labs equipped with the latest equipment, including bioimaging facilities, high-throughput DNA sequencing, and super-computing resources. The course also lays a strong foundation for advanced studies in bioinformatics, and related fields. By the end of the degree, you will be adept at deciphering genetic data, understanding inheritance patterns, and applying genetic knowledge to address global challenges such as disease prevention, food security, and climate change.

During your third year you will undertake a placement tailored to your interests and career aspirations. Our specialised support team is committed to help you secure a suitable position, with former students securing positions within clinical research, healthcare, and research laboratories in the UK and abroad. This experience offers you the invaluable opportunity to establish industry contacts, develop practical skills, enhance your CV and better prepare yourself for a job after graduating.

The skills of the graduate geneticist are highly prized in the workplace, giving opportunities for careers in biomedical research, healthcare, academia, forensic science, industrial biotechnology, and more.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,000
per year
England
£9,000
per year
EU
£18,830
per year
International
£18,830
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,000
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,000
per year
Scotland
£9,000
per year
Wales
£9,000
per year

Extra funding

Aberystwyth University offers a valuable package of scholarships and bursaries to support students. Our long-established Entrance Examination competition means you could get up to £2,000 a year towards your living and study costs. You can combine that with any or all of our other awards, to make your financial package more valuable. Our awards include Sport and Music Scholarships, Bursaries for Care Leavers/Young Carers/Estranged Students and a range of department specific awards. Please visit our website for full details.

The Uni


Course location:

Main Site (Aberystwyth)

Department:

Department of Life Sciences

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What students say


We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

94%
Genetics

How do students rate their degree experience?

The stats below relate to the general subject area/s at this university, not this specific course. We show this where there isn’t enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Genetics

Teaching and learning

100%
Staff make the subject interesting
97%
Staff are good at explaining things
94%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
83%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

97%
Library resources
89%
IT resources
89%
Course specific equipment and facilities
94%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Who studies this subject and how do they get on?

65%
UK students
35%
International students
46%
Male students
54%
Female students
74%
2:1 or above
10%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

B
C
C

After graduation


The stats in this section relate to the general subject area/s at this university – not this specific course. We show this where there isn't enough data about the course, or where this is the most detailed info available to us.

Genetics

What are graduates doing after six months?

This is what graduates told us they were doing (and earning), shortly after completing their course. We've crunched the numbers to show you if these immediate prospects are high, medium or low, compared to those studying this subject/s at other universities.

£16,380
low
Average annual salary
96%
med
Employed or in further education

Top job areas of graduates

15%
Teaching and educational professionals
13%
Sales assistants and retail cashiers
9%
Business, finance and related associate professionals

Only a few hundred people take genetics courses every year and graduates from these courses are amongst the most likely to go on to do a doctorate when they graduate, as that's the level of qualification you need to go into a career in research in this important and fast-moving field. Lab jobs were the most popular outcome for genetics graduates, but whilst other science and technical occupations were also common, you could also find genetics graduates in a range of other roles, particularly business and finance.

What about your long term prospects?

Looking further ahead, below is a rough guide for what graduates went on to earn.

Genetics

The graph shows median earnings of graduates who achieved a degree in this subject area one, three and five years after graduating from here.

£18k

£18k

£22k

£22k

£23k

£23k

Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree.

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