BSc (Hons) Human Genetics at University of West London

Programme overview

Human genetics is central to health, medicine, and pharmacology, and our BSc (Hons) Human Genetics degree is designed to provide you with a comprehensive grounding in this ever-evolving subject. Recent advances in biology have led to a better understanding of how genetic variations affect genome function and influence traits, which, in turn, has led to increased job opportunities for graduates with skills in human genetics.

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement | Study mode: full-time (placement year option) | Intake: September 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Through this course, you will gain a critical understanding of the connections between human genes, the human body and hereditary variations. As well as learning and fine-tuning your clinical, industrial and research abilities, you will develop techniques to solve modern-day problems such as human disease and threats to population health. Modules include: Cell and Microbiology; Essential Skills for Bioscientists; Fundamentals of Chemistry; Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology; Genetics and Disease; Human Anatomy and Physiology; Bioinformatics and Systems Biology; Fundamentals of Pharmacology; Research, Development and Leadership; Infection and Immunity.

Career pathways

There are a wide range of careers and jobs for human genetics graduates in roles such as academic researcher, pharmacologist and geneticist. You may also choose to further your studies with our MSc and PhD courses . Job roles include: academic researcher; clinical research associate; clinical scientist - genomics; clinical scientist - immunology; genetic counsellor; pharmacologist; geneticist; research scientist (life sciences).

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Application information

Entry requirements

112; UCAS points required; from level 3 qualifications; These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above. BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit; Access to HE Diploma; International Baccalaureate; T Levels. Your Level 3 qualifications must include one science subject. You also need GCSE English, Maths, and two sciences or double science (grade 9 - 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalent. Mature applicants (aged 21+): If you do not hold the qualifications listed but have relevant work experience, you are welcome to apply. Your application will be considered on an individual basis. IELTS 6.0 overall or above. You need to meet our English language requirement – a minimum of IELTS 5.5 for each of the four individual components (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). UCAS/course code: C420, C422.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,050 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027); Full-time with placement (4 years, September 2027). Source

International applicants: GBP 17,250 a year (2027/28). Tuition for: Full-time (3 years, September 2027). Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years full-time with placement

Apply through the official page: https://www.uwl.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/how-apply-undergraduates

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