Biochemistry and Genetics with a Foundation Year, BSc (Hons) 48 months Undergraduate Programme By Swansea University |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 301-350QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

48 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

22,750 GBPTuition Fee/year

Application Deadline

27 Aug, 2025Application Deadline

Programme overview

Main Subject

Chemistry

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

If you’re interested in Biochemistry and Genetics, how they links to the study of diseases, the development of pharmaceutics and the complex relationship between these and our environment, but don’t have the required entry qualifications to join our BSc programme or are a mature student returning to education, our BSc with a Foundation Year is the right course for you.



The foundation year of this four-year course will introduce you to the key concepts and knowledge you need to progress to the BSc in Biochemistry and Genetics. Following successful completion of the Foundation Year with at least a 60% overall average, students will progress onto Year 1 of the BSc.



Our Biochemistry and Genetics degree will give you an in-depth understanding of the biochemical function of living organisms, from bacteria to plants, animals, and humans.



You will develop excellent project management skills and learn how to design experiments and plan work programmes.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Chemistry

Degree

BSc

Study Level

Undergraduate

Study Mode

On Campus

If you’re interested in Biochemistry and Genetics, how they links to the study of diseases, the development of pharmaceutics and the complex relationship between these and our environment, but don’t have the required entry qualifications to join our BSc programme or are a mature student returning to education, our BSc with a Foundation Year is the right course for you.



The foundation year of this four-year course will introduce you to the key concepts and knowledge you need to progress to the BSc in Biochemistry and Genetics. Following successful completion of the Foundation Year with at least a 60% overall average, students will progress onto Year 1 of the BSc.



Our Biochemistry and Genetics degree will give you an in-depth understanding of the biochemical function of living organisms, from bacteria to plants, animals, and humans.



You will develop excellent project management skills and learn how to design experiments and plan work programmes.

Admission Requirements

24+
79+
6+
A-levels/Welsh Baccalaureate: CCD. Biology and Chemistry are essential, plus at least one other science
IB: 24 to include Higher Level grades in Biology and Chemistry, plus at least one other science
BTEC: DDM including Biology and Chemistry
T Levels: We welcome applicants with T levels. Applicants will be assessed on a case by case basis.
As well as one of the above qualification types all applicants are required:
GCSE: English and Maths minimum Grade C Wales (England Pre-2017) or Grade 4 (England Post-2017)
We accept Swansea University approved equivalent qualifications.
For applicants whose first language is not English we require a minimum overall IELTS score of 6.0 (or equivalent) and no less than 5.5 in each component.

27 Aug 2025
4 Years
Sep

Domestic
9,535 GBP
International
22,750 GBP

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