Genetics BSc Hons
Bachelor's degree
In Liverpool
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Bachelor's degree
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Liverpool
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Start date
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Genetics is at the cutting edge of modern biology and the fast pace of major new developments has made Genetics an exciting field of study. Recent development in genomics and biotechnology in particular, have led to huge advances in the fields of personalised medicine and genetic engineering; areas that have the potential to revolutionise how we treat and think about disease, how we produce crops and manufacture new biological materials. In short, modern Genetics underpins all of biology. Whether your interests lie in medicine, cancer biology, evolution, biotechnology, plant genetics and food security or molecular biology, Genetics has something to offer you. Our degree programme aims to give you an appreciation of the full range of Genetics while also allowing you to peruse areas of specific interest. During the course of your degree you will study Human and Clinical Genetics, Gene Expression and Development, Evolutionary Genetics and Biotechnology and will also have the opportunity to select from a wide range of optional modules. You will be taught by members of staff who are at the forefront of medical genetics, plant genetics, evolutionary genetics and genomics and also by visiting experts in fields such as forensics. The course is taught by a mixture of lectures, workshops, seminars, tutorials, and laboratory courses, culminating in an extended research project in your third year. This is your chance to study an area of cutting edge Genetics in depth, while getting a real taste of life in an active research environment. Department Key Facts Number of first year students405 Year One undergraduates in the School of Life Sciences in 2015 Graduate prospects85.6% of our graduates are employed or in further study within six months of graduating. (Destination of Leavers from Higher Education Report 2013/14) ...
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Entry Requirements A level offerABB Subject requirementsBiology and one other science preferably Chemistry at A level BTECDDD in a relevant subject with at least 120 Level 3 credits at Distinction.
Relevant subjects considered include: Applied Science with relevant units in Biology and Chemistry.
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Subjects
- IT
- Biology
- Biotechnology
- Genetics
- Molecular Biology
- Physiology
- School
- Project
- IT Development
- Genomics
- Skills and Training
Course programme
Core modules:
- Molecules and Cells
- Evolution and Biodiversity
- Grand Challenges in Biology
- Experimental Skills in Current Biology
- Essential Skills for Life Sciences I
- Applied Genetic and Molecular Technologies
Plus two of the following theory modules:
- Introduction to Physiology and Pharmacology
- Biochemistry and Biomedical Sciences
- Microbiology
- Animal Biodiversity
- Developmental Biology
- Ecology and the Global Environment
and one of the following practical modules
- Biochemical Methods
- Field Skills
Core modules:
- From Genes to Proteins
- Genome Organisation and Maintenance
- Evolutionary Biology
- Molecular Science
- Essential Skills for Life Sciences II
- E-Biology
- Advanced Genetics Techniques
Plus two of the following theory modules:
- The Multicellular Organism
- Regulatory and Neuro-Physiology
- Principles of Pharmacology
- Structure/Dynamics of Macro Molecules
- Virology
- Immunology
- Biotechnology
and one of the following practical modules
- Techniques in Cell Biology
- Practical Human Physiology
- Advanced Biochemical Techniques
- Advanced Microbiological Techniques
Core modules:
- Advanced Skills in Genetics
- Human and Clinical Genetics or the Molecular Biology of Cancer
- Gene Expression and Development
- Evolution
- Research Project
The Advanced Skills module involves tutorials, seminars and workshops on data analysis, gene technology, bioinformatics, and the role of Genetics in society, business, medicine and agriculture. Many of the workshops and seminars are given by visiting experts, many of whom are Liverpool Genetics graduates.
Students spend about three days per week throughout the final year on their research projects, usually in the laboratories of one of our research institutes. As an alternative, students may opt for school-based, literature-based and bioinformatics projects if they wish.
Plus one of the following optional modules:
- Molecular Biology of Cancer
- Viral Disease Mechanisms
- Bacterial Disease Mechanisms
The modules listed above are illustrative and subject to change. Please refer to the department site for further information
Genetics BSc Hons