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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Genetics with Industrial / Professional Experience (4 years)

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T Level

We consider the following T levels for the Foundation Year: Level 3 T Level Technical Qualification in Science (Delivered By NCFE) Level 3 T Level Technical Qualification in Healthcare Science (Delivered By NCFE) Level 3 T Level Technical Qualification in Health (Delivered By NCFE) For the Foundation Year, we require Distinction overall in one of these T levels with a minimum of grade A in the core component and Distinction in the occupational specialism.

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Genetics
SubjectGrade
BiologyA
ChemistryA
MathematicsA
PhysicsA
Media StudiesA*
Source: HESA

Course summary

What this course is about

UCAS code: C401

Here's what University of Manchester says about its Genetics with Industrial / Professional Experience (4 years) course.

Our BSc Genetics with Industrial/Professional Experience course will enable you to gain experience of the workplace on a year-long placement during your degree, making you more attractive to potential employers after graduation.

You will discover the principles of heredity and evolution and learn how we can map genes, and understand their function.

You will also consider how the development of multi-cellular organisms can progress from a single cell through regulated courses of gene expression, and learn the detailed mechanisms by which genes can be switched on and off.

In Year 3, you will have the opportunity to go on a placement with one of our `trusted partner' organisations in the UK or abroad. Alternatively, you can choose to arrange your own placement (subject to approval from the School of Biological Sciences).

Placements range from research project work to roles in education, the biotechnology industry and science communication.

Our course has Advanced Accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology, which recognises academic excellence in the biosciences and highlights degrees that educate the research and development leaders and innovators of the future.

Source: University of Manchester

Course details

Qualification

Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Department

Faculty of Biology, Medicine and Health

Location

Main Site | Manchester

Duration

4 Years

Study mode

Sandwich

Subjects

• Genetics

Start date

21 September 2026

Application deadline

14 January 2026

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The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.

Here you can see ratings from University of Manchester students who took the Genetics with Industrial / Professional Experience (4 years) course - or another course in the same subject area.

Genetics

Student information

See who's studying at University of Manchester. These students are taking Genetics with Industrial / Professional Experience (4 years) or another course from the same subject area.

Genetics
Mode of study
Full-time98%Part-time2%
Gender ratio
Female73%Male27%
Where students come from
International47%UK53%
Student performance
2:1 or above83%
Number of students55
Source: HESA

Graduate prospects

What graduates do next

Facts and figures about University of Manchester graduates who took Genetics with Industrial / Professional Experience (4 years) - or another course in the same subject area.

Biosciences

Graduate statistics

74%

In a job where degree was essential or beneficial

80%

In work, study or other activity

65%

Say it fits with future plans

50%

Are utilising studies

Top job areas

14%

Science, engineering and technology associate professionals

13%

Business and public service associate professionals

10%

Artistic, literary and media occupations

8%

Administrative occupations

Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates

Earnings after graduation

Earnings from University of Manchester graduates who took Genetics with Industrial / Professional Experience (4 years) - or another course in the same subject area.

Biosciences

Earnings

£23.4k

First year after graduation

£29.6k

Third year after graduation

£35k

Fifth year after graduation

Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Genetics with Industrial / Professional Experience (4 years).

Source: LEO

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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