Genetics BSc

Genetics (BSc)

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 3 you can further specialise with a selection of optional modules including Evolution, Developmental Biology, Climate Change and Cell and Molecular Neuroscience.

The Department of Biological Sciences has specialist equipment for mass spectrometry, bioinformatics and gene and protein sequencing. You'll gain laboratory experience across the three years, joining our renowned research culture in year three 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.

Develop your interest in Genetics and you’ll graduate with a range of transferrable skills that will make you an attractive prospect to employers in a variety of fields. Department of Biological Sciences graduates have gone on to find careers in fields including forensic medicine, medical research and pharmaceuticals, and BSc Genetics will give you a robust skillset to take into your chosen career.

• Develop practical laboratory and data handling skills.
• Examine the life cycle of flowering plants, their evolution, developmental and functional biology.
• Learn how biological and ecological principles can help develop sustainable solutions to 21st-century problems.
• Join a close-knit and supportive learning community with a high staff-to-student ratio.

From time to time, we make changes to our courses to improve the student and learning experience. If we make a significant change to your chosen course, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.