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Genetics with a Foundation Year BSc (Hons)

Swansea University

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  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Singleton Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    23-SEP-24

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

The study of genetics is an exciting and fast-moving field that is making an enormous impact in a range of scientific areas, including the understanding and treatment of diseases, pharmaceutical development, evolution, and the conservation of biodiversity. 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.You will benefit from access to the Medical School’s state-of-the-art research facilities, including DNA and protein analytical equipment, computer-based image analysers for molecular or cellular studies, and a powerful supercomputer facility.Our academic staff are active in a diverse range of genetics research fields, offering an unrivaled 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.A degree in 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 Genetics at Swansea and in the latest NSS (2022) our courses were ranked 2nd in the UK for Learning Opportunities, 5th for Teaching and 11th for Overall Satisfaction.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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£ 20,000per year

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University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    40th

  • Campus address

    Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, Wales

Swansea University is proud of its diverse student community, with students and staff from over 130 countries.
Swansea's dedicated international recruitment, admissions and student support teams will help to guide you from application to arrival and beyond.
Swansea offers highly rated teaching and is ranked in the top 40 UK universities (Complete University Guide 2024).

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    27th out of 97 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    138 60%

    40th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    52nd

    8
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.97 79%

    29th

    7

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