BSc (Hons) Genetics

Edge Hill University

Bachelor's degree

In Ormskirk

£ 9,250 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    Ormskirk

  • Duration

    3 Years

Genetics is the most rapidly developing area of biology and this exciting degree enables you to explore the latest developments in the subject, while gaining a thorough grounding in the fundamentals of the discipline. You will acquire a solid theoretical understanding, gain knowledge of recent advances and expertise using relevant technology. Appealing to those with a passion for the subject, the programme embraces molecular, cellular and population genetics, alongside the evolutionary implications of these areas. In addition, you will hone your biological research skills and undertake extensive practical work to prepare for your future career.

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Location

Start date

Ormskirk (Lancashire)
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St Helens Road, L39 4QP

Start date

On request

About this course

This degree provides an ideal step towards a successful career in one of the many facets of genetics as well as progression into many other areas of graduate employment. Alternatively, you may wish to train to teach or progress onto postgraduate study.

120 UCAS Tariff points on the new UCAS Tariff, normally to include Biology or a related subject, plus GCSE Mathematics at Grade C or Grade 4 or above (or equivalent).

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Subjects

  • Ecology
  • Genetics
  • Biology
  • Biological
  • Biodiversity
  • Human Body Systems
  • Metabolism
  • Biochemistry
  • Invertebrate Ecology
  • Marine Biology
  • Biogeography
  • Genomics
  • Bioinformatics

Course programme

Year 1

SCI1106 Variation, Evolution and Heredity (20 credits)

SCI1107 Biology in Practice (20 credits)

SCI1108 Cellular Form and Function (20 credits)

SCI1112 Ecology (20 credits)

SCI1113 Biodiversity (20 credits)

SCI1114 Human Body Systems (20 credits)

Language modules in French, Spanish or Mandarin, delivered at the Edge Hill Language Centre, are available to study as an integral part of this degree. A single Language module can be studied instead of SCI1107 Biology in Practice.

Year 2

SCI2308 Research Methods in Biology (20 credits)

SCI2319 Laboratory Masterclass (20 credits)

SCI2332 Molecular Genetics (20 credits)

SCI2334 Biochemistry and Metabolism (20 credits)

You will select a total of 40 credits from the following modules:

SCI2317 Invertebrate Ecology (20 credits)

SCI2327 Marine Biology (20 credits)

SCI2328 Biological Placement (20 credits)

SCI2330 Field Botany (20 credits)

SCI2331 Life on the Edge (20 credits)

SCI2333 Biogeography (20 credits)

SCI2336 Biology of Disease (20 credits)

SCI2900 Study Abroad Placement (40 credits)

If you studied a Language module in Year 1, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 2. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional 20 credit modules above.

Year 3

SCI3014 Applications of Genetics (20 credits)

SCI3015 Genomics and Bioinformatics (20 credits)

SCI3311 Ecological Genetics (20 credits)

SCI3332 Dissertation – Genetics (40 credits)

You will select one of the following modules:

SCI3309 Biodiversity and Conservation (20 credits)

SCI3310 Tropical Ecology (20 credits)

SCI3312 Environmental Change (20 credits)

SCI3314 Current Issues in Biology (20 credits)

SCI3318 Invertebrate Ecology (20 credits)

SCI3321 Pharmacology (20 credits)

SCI3324 Epidemiology (20 credits)

SCI3329 Field Botany (20 credits)

If you studied Language modules in Years 1 and 2, you may wish to study a further Language module in Year 3. This would form an integral part of your degree in place of one of the optional modules above.

Optional modules provide an element of choice within the programme curriculum. The availability of optional modules may vary from year to year and will be subject to minimum student numbers being achieved. This means that the availability of specific optional modules cannot be guaranteed. Optional module selection may also be affected by timetabling requirements.

Additional information

International students enrolling on the programme in academic year 2017/18 are £11,575 per annum.

How will I be assessed? Assessment is through a mixture of coursework and examinations tailored to suit the knowledge and skills required for each module. A wide range of coursework is employed which may include practical portfolios, project reports, individual and group presentations. Examinations include seen papers and open book assessments.

Who will be teaching me? You will be taught by research-active experts in genetics who take pride in the quality of their teaching and academic studies. Well-informed about current developments in their areas of interest, the programme team will share their knowledge through directly engaging you in their research. In addition, visiting speakers assist in the delivery of the programme, often providing novel approaches to, or presenting unique aspects of, particular subjects. The Biology department is friendly and approachable and of a size that enables us to know our students personally and be able to respond to their needs.

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