BSc Molecular Genetics
About this course
BSc in Molecular Genetics, a genetics degree spanning molecular biology, genome function, and evolutionary and healthcare genetics. The curriculum shares a common first year across multiple biomedical science pathways, allowing students to select their final degree specialism after the initial year. The course structure offers flexible pathways including a year abroad, an extra-mural placement year, or a transfer route to a four-year MSci degree.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAA. Required subjects: A-level (or equivalent) grade A in Biology and Chemistry. Must include grade A in Biology and Chemistry.
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 91%
- Learning opportunities: 89%
- Assessment and feedback: 94%
- Academic support: 95%
- Organisation and management: 92%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 86%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 15 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Continued on course: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 11 graduates who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 40%
- Working and studying: 5%
- Further study: 35%
- Unemployed: 15%
Most common jobs
- Natural and social science professionals: 20%
- Sales occupations: 20%
- Science, engineering and technology associate professionals: 20%
- Information Technology Professionals: 5%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 80%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 80%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 65%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 40 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 5%
- East Midlands: 5%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 15%
- London: 60%
- South East: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 25 students who started (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 90%
- Baccalaureate: 10%
Accreditation & quality ratings
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of BSc Molecular Genetics at King's College London earn?
The median salary is £30,000 after 15 months, £26,500 after 3 years, £35,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £30,500 and £41,000. The £35,500 median after five years is £4,500 more than the UK median for Genetics.
What do graduates of BSc Molecular Genetics at King's College London 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 Molecular Genetics at King's College London?
91% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Molecular Genetics at King's College London?
The typical offer is AAA at A level. The average entrant had 159 UCAS points.
Does BSc Molecular Genetics at King's College London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional placement year and an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on BSc Molecular Genetics at King's College London?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.