Bachelor of Science Honours in Genetics
The Bachelor of Science Honours in Genetics prepares graduates for further postgraduate study or careers in biotechnology, agriculture, health sciences, and related industries, equipping them to contribute to advancements in food security, human health, and sustainable resource management.
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Please note that selection for postgraduate programmes is highly competitive. Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee admission to the programme.
Minimum admission requirements
• A BSc degree with Genetics 214, 244 plus 314, 324, 344 and 354 or equivalent modules at other universities.
• An average mark of at least 65% in Genetics in the final year.
Programme structure
The programme consists of the six modules listed below. Subject to departmental approval, you may substitute two of the 8-credit theory modules with equivalent 8-credit modules from the BScHons in Plant Biotechnology. You must also complete a research assignment and present the results in the form of a research publication. The Department places strong emphasis on acquiring laboratory skills. As an honours student you are expected to attend departmental seminars and to act as an undergraduate demonstrator.
Compulsory Modules
10481: Genetics: Molecular Techniques 711(16): Genetics: Molecular Techniques
10478: Genetic Data Analysis 713(8): Genetic Data Analysis
11061: Biometrical Applications and Data Analysis in R
721(8): Biometrical Applications and Data Analysis in R
13594: Genomics 716(8): Genomics
13538: Scientific and Proposal Writing 721(8): Scientific and Proposal Writing
18007: Project 741(64): Honours Project in Genetics
Plus Elective Module
Choose one of the following modules.
13596: Human and Animal Genetics 712(8): Human and Animal Genetics
13537: Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement 722(8): Plant Genetics and Crop Improvement
Assessment and Examination
The programme is assessed by means of flexible assessment. To complete the honours programme successfully, you must complete the compulsory molecular techniques module, all prescribed theory modules and a research project successfully.