BSc Genetics
About this course
BSc in Genetics, a genetics degree focused on biological systems, molecular processes, and experimental analysis. Core topics include Research Methods and Critical & Analytical Thinking. The programme includes a guaranteed lab-based research project in the final year and an integrated foundation year. The first year covers core foundations through Building Blocks of Biology, Communication Skills, Fundamentals in Animal Biology, and Fundamentals in Ecology and Plant Diversity. The second year progresses to Cell Biology, Ecology and Conservation, Genetics, Evolution and Diversity, and Microbial and Plant Diversity, with optional choices such as Biological chemistry. The third year involves Applied Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics, Bench to Bedside and Beyond, Cellular and Molecular Pathology, and Research Methods, alongside optional modules like Blood Science. The fourth year concludes the degree with Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology of Development, and a Research Project, with optional study in areas such as Molecular Pharmacology.
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Entry requirements
A level: Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A-Levels or BTEC diploma) in subject areas other than biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSEs, experience and motivation. IB: Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed an international baccalaureate in subject areas other than higher level biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects (or equivalent), experience and motivation.
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What students say
Based on about 9 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 95%
- Learning opportunities: 95%
- Assessment and feedback: 88%
- Academic support: 73%
- Organisation and management: 77%
- Learning resources: 100%
- Student voice: 96%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
What graduates do next
Based on about 34 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university
- Working: 66%
- Working and studying: 7%
- Further study: 12%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 35%
- Skilled trades occupations: 15%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 10%
- Natural and social science professionals: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 55%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 35%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 30%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 270 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 13%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 3%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 16%
- East of England: 8%
- London: 6%
- South East: 13%
- South West: 9%
- Wales: 22%
- Scotland: 2%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 100%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
Modules
- Building Blocks of Biology
- Communication Skills
- Fundamentals in Animal Biology
- Fundamentals in Ecology and Plant Diversity
- Microbes, Health and Disease
- Practical and Analytical Skills for Biologists
- Cell Biology
- Ecology and Conservation
- Genetics, Evolution and Diversity
- Microbial and Plant Diversity
- Skills for Biologists
- Biological chemistry
- Comparative Animal Physiology
- Disease Diagnosis and Control
- Applied Molecular Biology and Bioinformatics
- Bench to Bedside and Beyond
- Cellular and Molecular Pathology
- Research Methods
- Blood Science
- Immunology
- One Health Microbiology
- Practical Skills for Biochemists
- Practical and Professional Skills in Microbiology
- Proteins and Enzymes
- Bioinformatics and Functional Genomics
- Biotechnology
- Molecular Biology of Development
- Research Project
- Frontiers in Plant Science
- Molecular Pharmacology
- Population and Community Ecology
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Genetics at Aberystwyth University earn?
The median salary is £24,500 after 15 months, £21,000 after 3 years, £27,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,000 and £31,500. The £27,000 median after five years is £4,000 less than the UK median for Genetics.
What do graduates of BSc Genetics at Aberystwyth University do next?
85% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Genetics at Aberystwyth University?
95% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Genetics at Aberystwyth University?
The average entrant had 121 UCAS points.
Is BSc Genetics at Aberystwyth University accredited?
Yes. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting, in part, the academic and experience requirement of membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol).
How many students continue on BSc Genetics at Aberystwyth University?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.