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Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc
University of Leicester — Leicester, United Kingdom
Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc is a undergraduate Chemistry course at University of Leicester, Leicester, United Kingdom. It takes 3-4 years, costs £26,000 per year and starts in September.
Undergraduate · 3-4 years · Full-time · Chemistry · £26,000 per year
Intakes: September
Genetics covers many aspects of society including human health, forensic science, food production, environmental quality, species conservation, ethics and law. On this course you will learn how genetic engineering, molecular and developmental genetics, human genetics and evolutionary genetics all contribute to a greater understanding of the discipline. You will gain a balanced understanding of modern genetics focusing on the organisation, inheritance, expression and evolution of genes in organisms ranging from bacteria to Homo sapiens. You will work alongside leading geneticists who are invest
Modules
- The Molecules of Life: An Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- The Cell: An Introduction to Cell Biology and Microbiology
- From Individuals to Populations: An Introduction to Genetics
- Multicellular Organisation: An Introduction to Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience
- Biodiversity and Behaviour
- Genomes
- Research Skills 1
- Research Skills 2
- Bioinformatics
- Genes, Development and Inheritance
- Protein Structure and Function
- Physiology and Pharmacology
- Physiology of Excitable Cells
- Principles of Microbiology
- Global Change Biology and Conservation
- Medical Microbiology
- Introduction to Python programming for Bioscientists
- Contemporary Techniques in Biological Data Analysis
- Exercise Physiology and Pharmacology
- Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology
- Immunology and Eukaryotic Microbiology (with science enterprise trip)
- Behavioural Neurobiology
- Neurobiology and Animal Behaviour
- A Field Guide to Evolution
- From Genes to Proteins
- Molecular Cell Biology
- Evolutionary Genetics
- Human Genetics
- Research Project A (Experimental)
- Research Project C
Careers
- Graduate medicine
- Postgraduate research (MSc or PhD)
- Laboratory Research Scientist
- The NHS Scientist Training Programme
- Clinical trials coordination
- Teaching
- Science communication
- Wildlife protection
Frequently asked questions
How long is Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc at University of Leicester?
Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc takes 3-4 years (Full-time).
How much does Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc at University of Leicester cost?
The listed tuition fee is £26,000 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.
When does Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc start?
Intakes: September.
What level is Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc?
It is a undergraduate course in Chemistry.
What will I study on Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc?
Modules include The Molecules of Life: An Introduction to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, The Cell: An Introduction to Cell Biology and Microbiology, From Individuals to Populations: An Introduction to Genetics, Multicellular Organisation: An Introduction to Physiology, Pharmacology and Neuroscience, Biodiversity and Behaviour and Genomes.
What careers can Biological Sciences (Genetics) BSc lead to?
Typical roles include Graduate medicine, Postgraduate research (MSc or PhD), Laboratory Research Scientist, The NHS Scientist Training Programme, Clinical trials coordination and Teaching.