BSc Human Genetics
About this course
BSc (Hons) Human Genetics is an undergraduate degree focusing on the genetic mechanisms, molecular biology, and genomic basis of human health and disease. Core topics include Data Analysis, Laboratory Techniques, Research Methods, and Critical & Analytical Thinking. This three-year full-time programme includes a compulsory placement year. The first year covers core foundations through Cell and Microbiology, Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, Genetics and Disease, and Human Anatomy and Physiology. The second year advances into Bioinformatics and Systems Biology, Genetics and Evolution, Infection and Immunity, and Proteins and Enzymes. The final year investigates specialised areas through Clinical Genetics and Cytogenomics, Population Genetics and Genomics, and Chromosomal and Genomic Basis of Disease, alongside a Final Year Research Project.
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Entry requirements
112 UCAS points required from level 3 qualifications. These can include: A Levels at grade B, B and C, or above BTEC Extended Diploma with Distinction, Merit, Merit Access to HE Diploma International Baccalaureate T Levels Your Level 3 qualifications must include one science subject. You also need GCSE English, Maths, and two sciences or double science (grade 9 - 4 / A* - C) or Level 2 equivalent.
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What students say
Based on about 18 final-year students who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 88%
- Learning opportunities: 78%
- Assessment and feedback: 78%
- Academic support: 89%
- Organisation and management: 74%
- Learning resources: 95%
- Student voice: 77%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 30 students who started, across similar courses at this university
- Continued on course: 85%
- Left higher education: 15%
Who gets in
Based on about 10 students who started, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- A levels: 80%
- Access course: 5%
- Other HE qualification: 10%
- No formal qualifications: 5%
Accreditation & quality ratings
- Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
TEF 2023 (whole university): Silver overall, Gold for student experience, Bronze for student outcomes.
Modules
- Cell and Microbiology
- Essential Skills for Bioscientists
- Fundamentals of Chemistry
- Fundamentals of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
- Genetics and Disease
- Human Anatomy and Physiology
- Bioinformatics and Systems Biology
- Fundamentals of Pharmacology
- Research, Development and Leadership
- Infection and Immunity
- Genetics and Evolution
- Proteins and Enzymes
- Final Year Research Project
- Clinical Genetics and Cytogenomics
- Nanobiology, Genomics and Bioinformatics
- Population Genetics and Genomics
- Chromosomal and Genomic Basis of Disease
Questions about this course
Are students happy with the teaching on BSc Human Genetics at University of West London?
88% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for BSc Human Genetics at University of West London?
The typical offer is BBC at A level. The average entrant had 102 UCAS points.
Is BSc Human Genetics at University of West London accredited?
Yes. Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Does BSc Human Genetics at University of West London include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has a compulsory placement year.
How many students continue on BSc Human Genetics at University of West London?
85% of students continued into their second year, and 15% left higher education.