Medical Genetics
Swansea University
UCAS Code: C431 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Swansea University
UCAS Code: C431 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
A level
Biology essential, plus at least one other science (usually Chemistry)
At least 24 Distinctions and 15 Merits in Level 3 Credits including Distinctions in ALL Biology and Chemistry modules.
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.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
To include Higher Level grades in Biology, plus at least one other science (usually Chemistry)
5 Higher subjects at min. H3 inc. Biology = H2 & Chemistry = H2
Typically Distinction to Double Distinction plus A Level Grade B in Biology
Scottish Advanced Higher at equivalent grade is accepted in place of any A-Level (A2).
We welcome applicants with T levels. Applicants will be assessed on a case by case basis.
Swansea University accepts the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales as fully equivalent to x1 A-Level.
Welsh Baccalaureate requirements are as for A-Levels where you can substitute the same non-subject specific grade for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Level Core Grade
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About this course
Studying a Medical Genetics degree at Swansea University will give you an in-depth knowledge of these essential building blocks of life. You will learn techniques for analysing gene expression, protein interactions, DNA structure and damage, image analysis of biomolecules and cells, and advanced computer analytical methods.
During the course you will develop excellent analytical and project management skills and learn how to design experiments and plan work programmes.
The study of medical genetics is an exciting and fast-moving field that is making an enormous impact on medicine, helping us to understand, diagnose, and treat many human diseases.
You will benefit from access to the Medical School’s state-of-the-art research facilities, including DNA and protein analytical equipment, and computer-based image analysers for molecular and cellular studies.
Our academic staff are active in a diverse range of genetics research fields, offering an unrivalled mix of academic excellence and cutting-edge practice.
In addition to your formal studies, we hold regular research talks with Swansea University staff and guest expert speakers from other universities, industry, the NHS and research institutions.
This degree is part of our ‘Medical Science in Practice’ Pathway to Medicine programme. Provided you meet the minimum entry requirements for Graduate Entry Medicine, and have successfully completed the Pathway, you will be guaranteed an interview for our flagship Graduate Entry Medicine MBBCh course.
A degree in Medical Genetics opens up a range of exciting careers and opportunities for further study in diverse fields and many of our students have gone on to study Graduate Entry Medicine at Swansea.
We have an outstanding reputation for Medicine at Swansea and are ranked 5th in the UK for Medicine according to the Times Good University Guide 2023.
Modules
Year 1
• Genetics, Genomics & Evolution
• Population Genomics
• Energy and Metabolism: The Reactions of Life
• Microbiology
• Epigenetics, Gene Regulation and Disease
• Human Physiology
Year 2
• Human Immunology
• Techniques in Molecular Biology
• Human and Medical Genetics
• Microbial Molecular Genetics
Year 3
• Practical Quantitative Research
• Medical Genetics
• Human Immunopathology
• Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
• Capstone project
• Teaching science
• Animal Development
• Advanced Biostatistics
• Genetic Toxicology
• Genetics of Cancer
Assessment methods
Assessments will include Laboratory practicals, written exams, oral presentations, written assignments, and clinical skills assessments. The range of assessment methods is chosen to develop and demonstrate a range of skills transferable to the modern healthcare environment including reflection, oral and written communication, confidence and competence.
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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.
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