Genetics BSc (Hons)
Bachelor's degree
In Brighton
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Varndean College
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ELDE India
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City College Norwich
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Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Brighton
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Duration
3 Years
If you want to understand the processes and mechanisms of life – from molecules to cells and organisms – this is the course for you. You cover the broad range of genetics from the molecular basis of genes and genomes to evolutionary and ecological genetics.
Our faculty have close links with organisations including Cancer Research UK and the Wellcome Trust. This means you study topics based on the latest research findings, from biodiversity to cell regulation and cancer.
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About this course
Recent Life Sciences graduates have started jobs as:
analytical scientist, Bioventics
clinical trial operations intern, Medpace
medical laboratory assistant, NHS.
You must have GCSE (or equivalent) English, Mathematics and two Science subjects with grade B in each (or grade 5 in the new grading scale).
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Subjects
- Biology
- Biodiversity
- Genetics
- Human Physiology
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Pharmacology
- Bioinformatics
- Genome Stability
- Genetic Diseases and Cancer
- Molecular genetics
Course programme
Autumn teaching
- Academic Skills in Life Sciences
- Human Physiology
- Introduction to Evolution and Biodiversity
- Molecular Biology
- Biological Chemistry
- Cell Biology
- Neuroscience and Behaviour
- Research Methods in Genetics
Autumn teaching
- Cell Regulation and Cancer
- Genetics and Genomics
- Structural Basis of Biological Function
- Computing for Life Sciences
- Developmental Biology
- Evolutionary Biology
- Modern Methods in Genetics
Autumn teaching
- Plant Physiology and Ecology
- Principles of Neuroscience
Study abroad (optional)
Apply to study abroad – you’ll develop an international perspective and gain an edge when it comes to your career.
Placement (optional)A placement is a great way to network and gain practical skills. When you leave Sussex, you'll benefit from having the experience employers are looking for.
Recent Life Sciences students have gone on placements at:
- AkzoNobel
- Pfizer
- the NHS.
Options
Autumn teaching
- Cell Signalling and its Applications in Therapeutics and Disease
- Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Experimental)
- Life Sciences Year 3 Research Project (Literature)
- Molecular Genetics
- Palaeozoology of Dinosaurs and Megafauna
- Regulating the Transcriptome
- Advanced Topics in Evolutionary Biology
- Genome Stability, Genetic Diseases and Cancer
- Genomics and Bioinformatics
- Innovation in Bioscience and Medicine
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Post Transcriptional Control of Gene Expression
- Protein Form and Function
- Structure and Function in the Brain
Additional information
Genetics BSc (Hons)
-
Varndean College
Course East Sussex / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
ELDE India
BTEC Distance LearningPrice on request -
University of Brighton
Bachelor's degree East Sussex / Classroom-basedPrice on request -
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's degree OnlinePrice on request -
National Motorsport Academy
Bachelor's degree Online£ 5,950 -
ElectaCourse
Vocational qualification Distance LearningPrice on request -
City College Norwich
Bachelor's degree OnlinePrice on request
See all