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Genetics

The University of Manchester · Manchester
Qualification
Degree
Length
4 yrs
UK fees / yr
£9,535
Study
Full-time
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About this course

Our BSc Genetics with Industrial/Professional Experience degree offers a year of workplace experience to make your CV stand out after graduation. Duration: 4 years Year of entry: 2026 UCAS course code: C401 / Institution code: M20 Key features: Industrial experience Accredited course Typical A-level offer : AAA-AAB including specific subjects Typical contextual A-level offer : AAB-ABC including specific subjects UK refugee/care-experienced offer : ABB-ABC including specific subjects Typical International Baccalaureate offer : 36-35 points overall with 6, 6, 6 to 6, 6, 5 at HL, including specific requirements Full entry requirements How to apply Explore our campus, meet lecturers and current students, and learn more about what it's like to study at Manchester. Join us online or in person to learn more about the University and our courses.

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Could you get in?
The grades students arrived with
<48 pts10%
112-127 pts10%
144-159 pts10%
160-175 pts15%
176-191 pts15%
208-223 pts10%
240+ pts15%
How they qualified
80% got in with alevel. The rest came in a mix of ways:
alevel80%
foundation15%
baccalaureate5%
Could I get in? Try your grades
120 UCAS pts
Pay & prospects
85%
In work or further study after
70%
In professional / skilled jobs
90%
Continue past first year
72%
Student satisfaction
What graduates earn over time
£26,000
After 15 months
£27,500
3 years on
£34,500
5 years on
What students say National Student Survey
72%
of students are satisfied with the course overall
Teaching81%
Assessment & feedback77%
Academic support68%
Well organised84%
Learning resources88%
Student community78%
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Where this degree can lead
Biotechnology SpecialistEcologistWildlife ConservationistBiostatisticianBotanical and Horticultural ScientistsAgronomist
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When you're ready, the full entry requirements and application are on The University of Manchester's own site.
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