Colchester,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Honours) in Genetics in Colchester United Kingdom | University of Essex
University of Essex
|
Colchester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
22,100
(c. USD29,454.44)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Genetics leads the way in contemporary biology, fueling advancements in healthcare and bioengineering. With breakthroughs in genetic research and modification, we can now investigate gene-environment interactions like never before: spanning growth mechanisms to environmental influences on our DNA.
Our BSc Genetics program emphasizes practical applications across medical, biotech, and genomic fields. Genetic studies encompass inheritance patterns, DNA functionality, and the impacts of genetic diversity and evolutionary pressures.
You'll receive comprehensive training in genetics and genomics. Through elective courses, you can specialize in biomedical research, genomic science, or blend both disciplines. Additional module options explore diverse subjects like agricultural biotech, cellular regeneration, and microbial studies.
Growing ecological challenges worldwide are driving increased need for skilled biologists and genetic researchers.
Our alumni have pursued varied professional paths in scientific labs, advisory firms, corporate sectors, wildlife preservation, and ecological analysis. Some have entered marketing, media, and leadership roles, while others have furthered their qualifications through postgraduate or doctoral studies.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
GCSE: Mathematics C/4
A-levels: BBB, including Biology (or equivalent). Acceptable A-level equivalents are Chemistry and Life and Health Sciences
BTEC: DDD, depending on subject and units studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.
IB: 30 points or three Higher Level certificates with 555. Either must include Higher Level Biology or Chemistry grade 5, plus Standard Level Mathematics grade 4, if not taken at Higher Level. We will accept grade 4 in either Standard Level Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Standard Level Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation.
We are also happy to consider a combination of separate IB Diploma Programmes at both Higher and Standard Level. Exact offer levels will vary depending on the range of subjects being taken at higher and standard level, and the course applied for. Please contact the Undergraduate Admissions Office for more information.
Please note that Maths in the IB is not required if you have already achieved GCSE Maths at grade C/4 or above or 4 in IB Middle Years Maths.
Access to HE Diploma: 6 level 3 credits at Distinction and 39 level 3 credits at Merit, depending on subject and units studied - advice on acceptability can be provided.
We also consider T-levels.
IELTS - 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component,
TOEFL IBT - 76 overall, with a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing
Tuition
GBP
22,100