BSc Medical Genetics
About this course
BSc (Hons) Medical Genetics is an undergraduate degree exploring inherited diseases, molecular biology and genetic mechanisms underpinning human health. Core topics include Data Analysis, Statistics, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Project Management. The course includes an optional placement year and is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology. The first year covers foundational concepts through Molecular and Cellular Biology, Biochemistry 1, and Physiology 1: Structure and Function. The second year advances scientific understanding via Molecular Biology, Biochemistry 2, and Physiology 2: Control and Integration, alongside optional modules such as Cell Biology, Pharmaceutics and Formulation, and Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics. Further compulsory study encompasses Medical Genetics, Immunology and Infection, and Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases, culminating in an independent Research Project.
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Entry requirements
BBC-BCC at A Level including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry. The endorsement for practical work is an essential part of Science A Level study, and is a requirement for entry to our degree course. DMM in BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from a combination of Level 3 qualifications including a grade C in either Biology or Chemistry A Level. Access to Higher Education Diploma with 45 Level 3 credits at Merit or above to include modules in a relevant Science subject. Merit at T Level in Science. 112-104 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications which should include modules in a relevant Science subject.
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What students say
Based on about 20 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 79%
- Learning opportunities: 82%
- Assessment and feedback: 80%
- Academic support: 90%
- Organisation and management: 79%
- Learning resources: 84%
- Student voice: 71%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 40 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 60%
- Gained a higher qualification: 15%
- Left higher education: 20%
What graduates do next
Based on about 6 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 60%
- Working and studying: 20%
- Further study: 10%
- Unemployed: 5%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 35%
- Caring personal services: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Animal care and control services: 5%
- Sales occupations: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 55%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 115 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 14%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 60%
- East Midlands: 3%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 2%
- London: 9%
- South East: 6%
- Wales: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 35 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- A levels: 65%
- Access course: 5%
- A degree: 10%
- Other HE qualification: 15%
- Other qualifications: 5%
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).
TEF 2023 (whole university): Gold overall, Gold for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Supervised Work Experience
- Research Project
- Current Topics in Molecular Life Sciences
- Medical Genetics
- Immunology and Infection
- Mechanisms and Pathology of Cancer and other Chronic Diseases
- Molecular and Cellular Biology
- Biochemistry 1
- Introduction to Analytical Science and Spectroscopy
- Physiology 1: Structure and Function
- The World of Microbes
- Research Skills
- Research Skills 2
- Molecular Biology
- Biochemistry 2
- Physiology 2: Control and Integration
- Cell Biology
- Pharmaceutics and Formulation
- Infectious Diseases and Therapeutics
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Medical Genetics at University of Huddersfield earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £27,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £22,500 and £37,000. The £27,500 median after five years is £3,500 less than the UK median for Genetics.
What do graduates of BSc Medical Genetics at University of Huddersfield do next?
90% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Medical Genetics at University of Huddersfield?
79% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Medical Genetics at University of Huddersfield?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 120 UCAS points.
Is BSc Medical Genetics at University of Huddersfield 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).
Does BSc Medical Genetics at University of Huddersfield include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Medical Genetics at University of Huddersfield?
60% of students continued into their second year, and 20% left higher education.