Molecular Genetics BSc

at King's College London

Courses are divided into modules. You will normally take modules totaling 360 credits.

On the three-year BSc programme, you can also choose to study a semester abroad during Year 2 or study a full year abroad or take an extra-mural year between Years 2 and 3. If you choose to study a year abroad or to take a extra-mural year this will change your three year programme to a four year programme.
 

Year 1

Required modules

During your first year, you have the option to apply to study for a semester or year abroad. If you choose a semester abroad, this will take place in your second year. If you choose a year abroad, you may transfer to the four year programme and spend your third year studying abroad, before returning to complete a final year with us.
 

You are required to take:

• Biochemistry (15 credits)
• Chemistry for the Biosciences (15 credits)
• Genetics & Molecular Biology (15 credits)
• Cell Biology & Neuroscience (15 credits)
• Fundamentals of Physiology & Anatomy (30 credits)
• Fundamentals of Pharmacology (15 credits)
• Skills for the Biosciences (15 credits)
   

Year 2

Required modules

You will have the opportunity to study abroad for either a semester in your second year, or for a full year between years 2 and 3 at one of our partner universities.
 

You are required to take:

• Molecular Basis of Gene Expression (15 credits)
• Molecular Biology Research Skills (15 credits)
• Human & Molecular Genetics A (15 credits)
• Human & Molecular Genetics B (15 credits)
   

Year 3

Required modules

If you wish to take a full year abroad, you may transfer to the four year programme and spend your third year studying abroad, before returning to complete the required & optional modules from Year 3 in your final year.

You are required to take:

• Molecular Genetics of Model Organisms (15 credits)
• Advanced Molecular Genetics (15 credits)

You are also required to take:
 

• Molecular Biology Practical Project (30 credits) and a Biochemistry and Molecular Genetics Library Project (15 credits)

OR

• Extended Research Project in Genetics (45 credits)

Year 4

Required modules

If you have transferred to the Year Abroad programme, you will study abroad at a partner institution in your third year. You will then return to King’s and complete the required & optional modules from Year 3 in your final year.

If you have transferred to the Molecular Genetics MSci, you are required to study the below modules during Year 4.
 

• Research Techniques in Molecular Science (15 credits)
• Project Design in Molecular Science (15 credits)
• Molecular Genetics Research Dissertation (60 credits)
• Molecular Science Research Skills (30 credits)

 

Subject requirements
 

Required subjects:

A-level (or equivalent) grade A in Biology and Chemistry

Preferred subjects:

No preferred subjects

A-Levels
 

Required grades:

AAA
 

Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels.
 

Must include grade A in Biology and Chemistry. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

Contextual A-Level information

AAC Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted by King's as one of your A levels. Must include grade A in Biology and Chemistry. Notes: If you are taking linear A-levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all Science subjects. This is with the exception of private candidates who are unable to take the practical component. We do not consider the EPQ at any point of the assessment process.

International Baccalaureate

• 35 points including 666 at Higher Level
• Must include grade 6 in Higher Level Biology and Higher Level Chemistry Notes: The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE.

Contextual International Baccalaureate information

• 34 points including 664 at Higher Level. Must include grade 6 in Higher Level Biology and Higher Level Chemistry. Notes: The total point score of 34 includes TOK/EE.

Full time tuition fees UK:

The UK tuition fee for the  academic year is currently £9,250 per year. This is based on the UK Government’s cap.
 

Full time tuition fees International:

The International tuition fee for the  academic year is £29,460 per year.

Please note that the International tuition fee is subject to annual increases in subsequent years of study, in line with King’s terms and conditions.

All International applicants to Undergraduate programmes are required to pay a deposit of £2,000 against their first year’s tuition fee. This deposit is payable when you firmly accept an unconditional offer to study with us, and will be offset against your tuition fees when you join King’s.

If you choose the study abroad option with one of King’s partner universities, you will not be charged tuition fees by the host university (although some partners do charge a small administration fee for applying). King’s will continue to invoice for a proportion of King's tuition fees. You should also budget to pay for the associated subsistence costs, such as travel, visas, accommodation and food as well as any vaccination/immunisations required by the country to which you are travelling.   Please see the Study Abroad web pages for details of the relevant partner universities and detailed information on the fees that apply under the Course Essentials tab.

Additional Costs
 

In addition to your tuition costs, you can also expect to pay for:
 

• Books if you choose to buy your own copies  

• Clothing for optional course related events and competitions  

• Library fees and fines  

• Personal photocopies  

• Printing course handouts  

• Society membership fees  

• Stationery  

• Graduation costs 

• Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses

Graduates from the School of Bioscience Education are equipped with a variety of transferable skills including data gathering, analysis and interpretation, presentation skills and teamwork. Our graduates are well-qualified to undertake a wide range of careers or training for a higher degree such as an MSc or PhD.
 

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, or in the marketing, sales and management areas.
 

Students have gone on to further study in molecular genetics whilst others have continued to study in medicine, dentistry and other related fields including genomic medicine, cardiovascular pharmacology and biomedical research.

Destinations
 

Recent graduates have found employment within the following job roles and companies:
 

• Research Project Co-ordinators

• Research Scientists

• Food Scientists

• Company Managers

• Business Analysts

• Research Assistants

• Scientific Copy Editors