

University of Dundee
Molecular Genetics
Study detals
: Bachelor's degree : BSc (Hons) Molecular Genetics : Full time : 36 MonthRequirements
English language requirements
IELTS Academic
- Overall 6.0
- Writing 6.0
- Listening 5.5
- Reading 5.5
- Speaking 5.5
We also accept other English language qualifications. (TOEFEL iBT, Trinity ISE, LANGUAGECERT Academic..)
Don’t meet the English language requirements?
Pre-sessional English for international students. If you hold a conditional offer and have not yet met the English entry requirements for a degree course at the University, we can help you with our pre-sessional English courses.
Study for 4 years (start at Level 1)
The essential subjects are Mathematics + another science (Information Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Physics, or Computing Science) - A-level, GCE CCC
Study for 3 years (start at Level 2)
The essential subjects are Mathematics + another Science (Information Technology, Chemistry, Biology, Human Biology, Physics, Psychology or Computing Science) - A-level, GCE ABB
IB (International Baccalaureate) diploma
Study for 4 years (start at Level 1) - 28 points, including 5, 5, 4 at higher level
Essential subject: Mathematics at Higher Level
Study for 3 years (start at Level 2) - 32 points, including 6, 5, 5 at higher level
Essential subject: Mathematics at Higher Level
Speciality
International College Dundee
If you do not meet our academic grade requirements for your chosen course, we can offer you an alternative route to begin your studies. Our international incorporated degrees will develop your subject knowledge, academic English and university level study skills.
Pathways Available - International Stage One
Tuition fees for International students will increase by no more than 5% per year for the length of your course.
Additional information
Degree Overview
The first two years of study will introduce concepts including genetics, cell biology, biological organisation, molecular mechanisms and processes. Students will develop practical laboratory and data analysis skills, and learn to design and run experiments. This will prepare students for carrying out projects later in their studies.
Study Reasons
A degree in molecular genetics opens the door to many career options. Graduates are in great demand in the pharmaceutical, agricultural, food, biotechnology and healthcare industries, with openings for laboratory work or in the marketing, sales and management areas. Comparable openings can be found in the various agricultural, medical and veterinary research institutes, hospitals and the scientific Civil Service.
Dundee is a rapidly expanding centre for biotechnology with new firms opening and forming links with our biochemists.
Our course curriculum is shaped by the work of our world-leading researchers to make sure you’re learning the latest advances, as well as gaining an understanding of the fundamentals of the field.