Genetics degrees in the UK

There are 67 genetics courses at 14 universities and colleges across the UK. The median student satisfaction score is 82%. The middle entrant on a typical course had around 96 UCAS points. 85% of graduates were in work or further study after 15 months, on a median salary of £27,000. 29 courses offer a placement year.

Courses67
Median satisfaction82%
In work or study85%
Median salary£27,000

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BSc (Hons) Genetics Aberystwyth University 3 years · Full-time · Aberystwyth
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
90%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£24,500
Accredited: 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).
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Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
90%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£24,500
Accredited: 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).Placement year included
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BSc (Hons) Genetics Xaverian College 4 years · Full-time · Main Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
144–159
Student satisfaction
88%
In work or study
95%
Median salary
£28,000
Accredited: 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.Placement year includedOptional foundation year
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MSci (Hons) Genetics Xaverian College 4 years · Full-time · Main Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
144–159
Student satisfaction
88%
In work or study
95%
Median salary
£28,000
Accredited: 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.Optional foundation year
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BSc (Hons) Genetics Royal Holloway, University of London 3 years · Full-time · Egham Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
86%
In work or study
75%
Median salary
£25,500
Accredited: 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).Optional placement yearOptional year abroad
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Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
86%
In work or study
75%
Median salary
£25,500
Accredited: 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).Placement year includedOptional year abroad
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MBiol (Hons) Genetics THE UNIVERSITY OF LEEDS 4 years · Full-time · The University of Leeds
Entrants’ UCAS points
128–143
Student satisfaction
83%
In work or study
90%
Median salary
£27,000
Accredited: 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.Optional year abroad
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BSc (Hons) Genetics University of Sussex 3 years · Full-time · Falmer Campus, Falmer
Entrants’ UCAS points
128–143
Student satisfaction
82%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£26,000
Optional placement yearOptional year abroadOptional foundation year
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BSc (Hons) Genetics with a Modern Language Xaverian College 4 years · Full-time · Main Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
176–191
Student satisfaction
81%
In work or study
81%
Median salary
£27,000
Accredited: 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.Optional placement yearYear abroad included
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BSc (Hons) Genetics Swansea University 4 years · Full-time · Swansea University - Singleton Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
80%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£27,000
Year abroad included
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BSc (Hons) Genetics Swansea University 5 years · Full-time · Swansea University - Singleton Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
80%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£27,000
Year abroad includedFoundation year included
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BSc (Hons) Genetics Swansea University 5 years · Full-time · Swansea University - Singleton Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
80%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£27,000
Placement year includedFoundation year included
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MSci (Hons) Genetics Swansea University 4 years · Full-time · Swansea University - Singleton Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
80%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£27,000
Year abroad included
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MSci (Hons) Genetics Swansea University 4 years · Full-time · Swansea University - Singleton Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
80%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£27,000
Placement year included
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MSci (Hons) Genetics Swansea University 5 years · Full-time · Swansea University - Singleton Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
96–111
Student satisfaction
80%
In work or study
85%
Median salary
£27,000
Foundation year included
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BSc (Hons) Medical Genetics THE UNIVERSITY OF HUDDERSFIELD 3 years · Full-time · Queensgate Campus
Entrants’ UCAS points
112–127
Student satisfaction
80%
In work or study
90%
Median salary
£25,000
Accredited: 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).Optional placement yearOptional foundation year
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