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Overview
You’ll gain a broad understanding of genetics with an emphasis on topics of medical relevance and learn how genetic information can be used in medicine.
Key Features
- We'll also introduce you to how modern genetics is helping us to understand and treat a range of diseases, as well as tackle global challenges like food sustainability and security.
- The first three years of your Medical Genetics course at University of Sheffield will have the same structure as the BSc, with the fourth year devoted to a major research project working in industry or in an academic lab with our world-leading academics.
Accreditation
Advanced accredition by the Royal Society of Biology, which shows employers that you've developed the practical skills and scientific knowledge that they're looking for.
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Courses include:- Genetics Data Handling
- Genome Stability and Genetic Change
- Human Reproduction and Fertility
- Molecular Immunology
- The Genetics of Human Disease
- Biostructures, Energetics and Synthesis
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Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 88
Credits
480 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Biomedicine Human Medicine Genetics View 409 other Bachelors in Genetics in United KingdomExplore more key information
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We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 88
Other requirements
General requirements
- A Levels + additional qualifications | AAB, including Biology and a second science + B in a relevant EPQ; AAB including Biology and a second science + A in Core Maths
- International Baccalaureate | 36, with 6 in Higher Level Biology and a second science
- BTEC | RQF: D*DD in Applied Science (including modules in Applications of Inorganic Chemistry, Applications of Organic Chemistry and Practical Chemical Analysis
- Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers | AAAAB + AA in Biology and a second science
- Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels | A + AA in Biology and a second science
- Access to HE Diploma | 60 credits overall in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 39 credits at Distinction (to include Chemistry and Biology units) and 6 credits at Merit + interview
- Mature students - explore other routes for mature students
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International
25670 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 25670 GBP per year during 48 months. -
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9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 48 months.
Living costs for Sheffield
555 - 977 GBP /month
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