Genetics BSc (Hons)
The University of Nottingham
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 20 graduates of Genetics BSc (Hons) and other courses in Genetics at The University of Nottingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Genetics.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Genetics courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Genetics
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Genetics at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £26500 | £26000 | £34000 |
25-75 percentile range | £23500 - £28000 | £21500 - £38500 | £28500 - £48500 |
All Genetics courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary of all UK Graduates of Genetics
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £25000 | £23500 | £28500 |
25-75 percentile range | £22000 - £28500 | £18000 - £29000 | £22500 - £36000 |
All Genetics courses in the UK
Course Description
This course provides an understanding of how modern-day problems, such as disease and threats to wildlife populations, could be solved through the study of genetics.
With practical sessions starting in year one, you'll gain a core grounding of genetic principles such as gene action and evolution and cover the genetics of all living systems, from microbes and plants to humans.
We have close links with industry and our academic experts are actively involved in research, ensuring that teaching is informed by the latest scientific developments. Your learning and research will take place in modern lecture theatres and labs.
Through optional modules and a detailed research project, you can tailor the course to suit your own interests and aspirations in the field of genetics.
The integrated masters (MSci) version of this course provides you with additional research experience, preparing you for your future career or further postgraduate study.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Genetics BSc (Hons) at The University of Nottingham
30% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
15% | Secretarial and related occupations |
10% | Business and public service associate professionals |
10% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
10% | Natural and social science professionals |
10% | Administrative occupations |
10% | Teaching Professionals |
10% | Caring personal services |
10% | Legal professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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English language requirements
test | Grade | Additional Details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | with no less than 6.0 in any element |
TOEFL (iBT) | 87 | Minimum of 20 in Speaking and 19 in all other elements |
Costs
Tuition Fees Genetics BSc (Hons)
Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
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Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
International | £27200 | year 1 |
EU | £27200 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
Rent | £518 |
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
Supermarket shopping | £81 |
Clothing | £35 |
Eating out | £33 |
Alcohol | £27 |
Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
Transport within city | £17 |
Self-care / sports | £20 |
Stationary / books | £13 |
Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
Insurance | £51 |
Other | £95 |
Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
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About The University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.
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Student composition of The University of Nottingham
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of Nottingham by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 27810
- postgraduates:
- 7620
- Total:
- 35430
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Genetics”: 3390 Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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Program | University | Student satisfaction | Unemployed | Dropout | Tuition (UK) | Tuition (International) | UCAS Tariff | City | ||
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Genetics BSc (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 5% | 7% | £9250 | £22100 | 120 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Sciences (Genetics) with Placement BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | - | - | - | £9250 | £21470 £23615 | - | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Biomedical Sciences (Genetics) BSc (Hons) | Brunel University | - | - | - | £9250 | £21470 £23615 | - | Uxbridge | On campus Full-time | |
Genetics BSc (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 87% | 0% | 0% | £9250 | £27200 | 155 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time | |
Genetics (Including Placement Year) BSc (Hons) | University of Essex | 82% | 5% | 10% | £9250 | £22100 | 120 | Colchester | On campus Full-time | |
Genetics BSc (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 94% | 6% | 0% | £9000 | £18830 | 127 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time | |
Genetics/Biochemistry (with integrated year in industry) BSc (Hons) | Aberystwyth University | 94% | 0% | 10% | £9000 | £18830 | 133 | Aberystwyth | On campus Full-time | |
Genetics BSc (Hons) | Royal Holloway, University of London | - | - | - | £9250 | £26500 | - | Egham | On campus Full-time | |
Biochemistry and Genetics BSc (Hons) | The University of Nottingham | 87% | 5% | 0% | £9250 | £27200 | 147 | Nottingham | On campus Full-time | |
Genetics (Including Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) | University of Essex | - | 5% | 7% | £9250 | £22100 | 120 | Colchester | On campus Full-time |