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Genetics and Molecular. Biology courses

Swansea University
Duration : 4 Years
Intake : September
IELTS : 6.0
TOEFL : 0
PTE : 0
Level : Undergraduate
Tuition & fees : £ 19,050 Per Year
Swansea University Contact Details

1 Pace Plaza, New York, NY, 10038, USA
Email: intlgradadmission@pace.edu
Phone: +18667223338

* Please note that fees may vary. Always check the exact cost of the program and bear in mind likely additional expenses.

About Medical Genetics, Msci (hons) in Swansea University

The study of medical genetics is an exciting and fast-moving field that is making an enormous impact on medicine, helping us to understand, diagnose, and treat many human diseases that have a genetic component.

The 4 year MSci is an advanced undergraduate degree, adding a further research-focused year to a 3 year BSc. This will give you an in-depth knowledge of the fundamental building blocks of all life on earth. The MSci programme follows our BSc in Medical Genetics course, but offers specialist training in a broad range of laboratory techniques. In the additional year you will develop an extended, research project.

This advanced undergraduate degree will give you an in-depth knowledge of the essential building blocks of human life. You will learn techniques for analysing gene expression, protein interactions, DNA structure and damage, image analysis of biomolecules and cells, and advanced computer analytical methods.

You will develop excellent analytical and project management skills and learn how to design experiments and plan work programmes.

WHY MEDICAL GENETICS AT SWANSEA?

You will benefit from access to the Medical School’s state-of-the-art research facilities, including DNA and protein analytical equipment, computer-based image analysers for molecular and cellular studies.

YOUR MEDICAL GENETICS EXPERIENCE

Our academic staff are active in a diverse range of genetics research fields, offering an unrivalled mix of academic excellence and cutting edge practice.

In addition to your formal studies, we hold research talks at least weekly given by Swansea University staff or speakers from other universities or research institutions. You may also have the opportunity to spend time undertaking research in industrial or medical laboratories either in the UK or abroad.

A mix of compulsory and optional modules gives you the flexibility to tailor your degree to your particular interests, career ambitions, or plans for further study.

MEDICAL GENETICS EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

A degree in Medical Genetics opens up a range of exciting careers and opportunities for further study in diverse fields including:

  • Medicine
  • Forensic science
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Clinical Genetics

Non-native English speakers must achieve 6.0 overall with no component less than 5.5 in IELTS or equivalent tests.

Candidates are expected to have achieved 70% Year XII  including Standard XII in English - 70% or above (or equivalent). 

Swansea University Highlights

Type of learning On-campus
Type of degrees Bachelors, Masters
No. of campuses 2
Application Season Various intakes round the year
On-campus housing Available
Financial Aid Available as Scholarships and Awards
Work Study Available for international students

Swansea University Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

An estimated budget for aspirants consisting of expenses like accommodation, travel and stay required to study in the UK is as compiled below. Note that an annual budget for undergraduates and graduates of the university is approximately 7500 GBP and 9500 GBP, respectively.

Swansea University Tuition Fee

The tuition fees vary from course to course for both graduate and undergraduate degrees. Fee for some of the course is: 

  • Social Work & Graduate Entry in Medicine (GEM): 9,000 GBP.
  • Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic Science and Healthcare courses: 9,000 GBP.
  • Graduate Diploma in Law (GDL): 7950 GBP.

Swansea University Cost of living

Other expenses apart from the tuition fee are as mentioned below.

Private Residence Costs

Expenditure Cost per week Cost per academic year (40 weeks)
Rent 80.00 – 110.00 3200.00 – 4400.00
Meals - 2,000 to 3,000
Contents Insurance 2.75 110.00
Broadband 4.60 184.00
Travel Costs 9.00 360.00

Swansea University Course Costs

Course Costs Costs per Week Cost per academic year (40 weeks)
Books 8.36 334.40
Printing and Binding 1.10 44.00
Course Equipment 1.75 70.00
Field Trips 1.35 – 30.00 54.00 – 1200.00

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