MSci Genetics
About this course
MSci in Genetics, studying heredity, variation, and the molecular basis of living systems. Core topics include Data Analysis and Research Methods. The curriculum holds Advanced Accreditation from the Royal Society of Biology, allowing graduates to apply for Member level status after two years of professional practice.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB including two of Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics (the Core Sciences)
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What students say
Based on about 12 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 94%
- Assessment and feedback: 76%
- Academic support: 92%
- Organisation and management: 88%
- Learning resources: 89%
- Student voice: 89%
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: 100%
What graduates do next
Based on about 14 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 55%
- Working and studying: 15%
- Further study: 25%
Most common jobs
- Elementary occupations: 13%
- Natural and social science professionals: 12%
- Sales occupations: 10%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 9%
- Teaching Professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 77%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 64%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 29%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 365 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North East: 1%
- North West: 40%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 10%
- East Midlands: 2%
- West Midlands: 5%
- East of England: 4%
- London: 17%
- South East: 10%
- South West: 7%
- Wales: 2%
- Scotland: 2%
Who gets in
Based on about 20 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 70%
- Baccalaureate: 5%
- Access course: 5%
- Foundation course: 5%
- A degree: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Silver for student experience, Gold for student outcomes.
Modules
- Academic Tutorials Year 1
- Biochemistry
- Molecular Biology
- From Molecules to Cells
- Introduction to Laboratory Science
- Introduction to Experimental Biology - Molecular & Cellular Biology
- Biodiversity
- Genes, Evolution and Development
- Writing and Referencing Skills (online unit)
- Health & Safety online course
- History of Biology
- Introduction to Microbiology and Immunology
- Body Systems
- Drugs: From Molecules to Man
- Excitable Cells: the Foundations of Neuroscience
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Science & the Modern World
- Bodies in History: An introduction to the History of Medicine
- Academic Tutorials Year 2
- Genetics RSM
- Molecular and Cellular Biology EDM
- Genome Maintenance & Regulation
- `Omic Technologies & Resources
- Fundamentals of Evolutionary Biology
- Organismal Genetics
- Science Communication
- Proteins
- The Dynamic Cell
- Cell Metabolism & Metabolic Control
- Cell Membrane Structure & Function
- Principles of Developmental Biology
- Fundamentals of Bacteriology
- Principles of Infectious Disease
- Plants for the Future
- Animal Diversity
- Immunology
- Parasitology
- Body Systems 2
- Animal Physiology
- Membrane Excitability: Ion Channels & Transporters in Action
- Molecules and Cells in Human Disease
- Haematology
- Introduction to Virology
- Disease in Nature
- Introduction to Cancer
- Bioethics: Contemporary Issues in Science & Biomedicine
- Chemistry of Biomolecules
- Ecology and Conservation
- From Cholera to COVID-19: A Global History of Epidemics
- Academic Tutorials Year 3
- Evolution of Genes, Genomes & Systems
- MSci Project Literature Review and Research Proposal
- MSci Bioinformatics Tools and Resources
- MSci Experimental Skills Module
- Genetics - Essay Paper
- Genetics - Problem Paper
- Post-Genome Biology
- Current Topics in Microbiology
- Gene Regulation & Disease
- Human Genetics & Evolution
- Conservation Biology
- Green Biotechnology
- Advanced Developmental Biology
- Molecular Biology of Cancer
- Stem Cells
- Introduction to Nanomedicine
- Computational Approaches to Biology
- MSci Reproducible Data Science
- MSci Research Project
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of MSci Genetics at University of Manchester earn?
The median salary is £28,000 after 15 months, £27,500 after 3 years, £34,500 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £27,000 and £42,500. The £34,500 median after five years is £3,500 more than the UK median for Genetics.
What do graduates of MSci Genetics at University of Manchester do next?
95% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on MSci Genetics at University of Manchester?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for MSci Genetics at University of Manchester?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 169 UCAS points.
Is MSci Genetics at University of Manchester accredited?
Yes. This course is accredited at advanced level by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of meeting in part the academic and experience requirement for the Membership and Chartered Biologist (CBiol). Graduates can apply for membership of the Royal Society of Biology at Member (MRSB) level after two years of practice, rather than the usual three years, due to the significant research experience acquired.
How many students continue on MSci Genetics at University of Manchester?
100% of students continued into their second year, and 0% left higher education.