BSc (Hons) Genetics with a Year in Industry

To gain a profound understanding of how living things function, grow and reproduce we must refine our focus to the molecular level. Studying Genetics at Royal Holloway, University of London will give you an insight into the molecular mechanisms that control all life processes on Earth.

Our flexible degree structure allows you to tailor your course to your own interests, even within the first year. In years 2 and 4 you can further specialise with a selection of optional modules including Evolution, Developmental Biology, Climate Change and Cell and Molecular Neuroscience.

Youll study at our state-of-the-art Department of Biological Sciences, where we have specialist equipment for mass spectrometry, bioinformatics and gene and protein sequencing. Gain laboratory experience across the four years, joining our renowned research culture in year four as you complete your individual research project alongside our expert academics. 100% of our research impact in the Department of Biological Sciences was judged to be 4 and 3 world-leading and internationally excellent in terms of its originality, significance and rigour in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF21). This places the department in the top 25% of departments nationally for research impact.

Duration: 4 years full time

A Levels: BBB-BBC
Required subjects:

Including Biology plus another science from either Chemistry, Maths or Physics Biology and Chemistry. A Pass is required in the practical element of all Science A-levels taken.
At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics.

IB - 5,5,5 at Higher Level including Higher Level Biology and either Chemistry, Maths or Physics, with a minimum of 32 points overall.

The scores we require
IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no subscore lower than 5.5.
TOEFL iBT: 88 overall, with Reading 18 Listening 17 Speaking 20 Writing 17.
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE): ISE III.
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) grade C.