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2023/24 Undergraduate Programme Catalogue

BSc Genetics

Programme code:BS-GENEUCAS code:C400
Duration:3 Years Method of Attendance: Full Time
Programme manager:Dr Chris West Contact address:c.e.west@leeds.ac.uk

Total credits: 360

Entry requirements:

A-level: AAA - AAB, including Biology and preferably another science or science-related subject (Science subjects: biology, human biology, chemistry, mathematics, and physics or Science-related subjects: PE, computing, environmental science, food science, geography, geology, psychology, science in society, statistics, use of mathematics). If Biology is the only science subject then an A grade is required. Critical Thinking and General Studies excluded.

Applicants taking a Science A-level (in England) will be required to achieve a pass in the practical element in addition to the standard A-level grade requirement.
-IELTS 6.0 overall, with no less than 5.5 in any component or equivalent English language qualification.

School/Unit responsible for the parenting of students and programme:

Biological Sciences Undergraduate School

Examination board through which the programme will be considered:

Biological Sciences Undergraduate School: Biology

Relevant QAA Subject Benchmark Groups:

Biosciences

Programme specification:

The subject of genetics is highly topical with the development of rapid and inexpensive whole genome sequencing driving advances being made in the medical sphere. The Genetics programme aims to demonstrate broad knowledge and understanding of the processes of the transmission and expression of genetic information, and its variation in space (across populations) and in time (through evolution); the techniques, at the whole organism, microscopic, and molecular levels, by which this understanding has been reached and may be extended in the future and the economic and social potential of present genetic knowledge and its future development.

The Level one core curriculum exposes students to the fundamentals of Biology. All students have the opportunity to transfer onto related degree programmes in Biology, Zoology and Ecology and Conservation Biology at the end of the first year. Programme-specific core topics are covered at level 2 preparing for research-led subject specialist modules at level 3. A Leeds Genetics graduate therefore is trained to appreciate how research informs teaching, according to the University and School Mission statements. The extent and diversity of Genetics at Leeds, coupled with the medical input from clinical colleagues at St James' hospital and the LGI offers extensive choice.

Core practical and IT skills are taught at level 1 in specific modules, ensuring that all students are prepared similarly. At level 2, practicals are embedded in lecture modules to aid comprehension. At level 3, the research project includes practical work or data analysis and a range of alternatives to laboratory work are included, eg bioinformatics, computing, field work, re-working statistical data, interaction with schools etc. Supervisors are members of the Genetics programme team or else have appropriate expertise (for example in Clinical Genetics).

Academic tutorials are offered at levels 1 and 2 with the same tutor, who is also the personal tutor, providing continuity and progressive guidance. The tutor is a part of the genetics programme team and actively involved in genetics research. Levels 1 and 2 tutorials include a number of workshops to teach skills eg library use, presentation skills etc. followed by assessed exercises e.g. essays, talks etc. as opportunities to practice these skills in a subject-specific context.

International years and Industrial placements are also offered and individual needs are discussed with the appropriate tutor and accommodated wherever possible.


Year1 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

Candidates will be required to study 120 credits.

Compulsory modules:

Students will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

BLGY1128Living Planet20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
BLGY1237Introduction to Genetics10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY1307Research & Study Skills Level 120 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)
BLGY1326Practical Skills for Biology and Genetics20 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)
FOBS1135The Basis of Life20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)

Optional modules:

Students must select at least 10 credits of optional modules.

BLGY1211Applied Biology and Agriculture10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY1238Exploring Whole Organism Biology in the Lab and Field10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY1300Coastal and Upland Habitats Field Course10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BMSC1216Introduction to Pharmacology10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
MICR1202The Microbial World10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
MICR1220Introduction to Immunology10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)

Discovery modules:

Students may select up to 20 credits of discovery modules.


Year2 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

Candidates will be required to study 120 credits.

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study the following compulsory modules:

BIOL2114Omics and Big Data Biology20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
BLGY2132Advanced Practical Skills for Genetics10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
BLGY2201Introduction to Bioinformatics10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY2296Human Genetics10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY2304Research and Study Skills Level 220 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)

Optional modules:

Candidates will be required to study at least 30 credits from the following modules.

BIOL2210Biological Membranes and Cell Signalling10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BIOL2211Human Diseases10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BIOL2212Chemotherapy10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY2164How Plants Live20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
BLGY2175Human Populations10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
BLGY2225Sustainable Food Production10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BMSC2125Molecular Pharmacology
Pre-requisite for: BMSC1212
10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
FOBS2240Skills in Communicating Research beyond the University10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
MICR2120Cell Biology of Disease10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
MICR2121Molecular Virology10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
MICR2221Medical Immunology10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)

Discovery modules:

Candidates may choose up to 20 credits of discovery modules.


Year3 - View timetable

[Learning Outcomes, Transferable (Key) Skills, Assessment]

Candidates will be required to study 120 credits

Compulsory modules:

Candidates will be required to study 80 credits of modules.

BLGY3109Applied Genetics20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
BLGY3152Advanced Topics in Human Genetics20 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
BLGY3345Biology Integrated Research Projects40 creditsSemesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun)

Optional modules:

Candidates must select a minimum of 20 credits of optional modules:

BIOL3215Cancer Biology20 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY3122Social Insect Biology10 creditsSemester 1 (Sep to Jan)
BLGY3245Advanced Topics in Evolution20 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY3246Evolution and Population Genetics10 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
BLGY3255Plant Development: Making a plant in theory and practice20 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
MICR3211Advanced Topics in Microbiology 220 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)
MICR3212Advanced Topics in Microbiology 320 creditsSemester 2 (Jan to Jun)

Students can choose either MICR3211 or MICR3212, but not both. Students must have the appropriate pre-requisite Level 1 & 2 modules in Microbiology/ Virology and obtain the approval of the Genetics and Microbiology programme leaders. Students cannot take both MICR3212 and BIOL3215, as these modules share course content.

Discovery modules:

Candidates may take up to 20 credits of Discovery modules, in discussion with the Programme Leader.

Last updated: 26/09/2023 16:14:02

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