The Human Genetics: Biological and Biomedical Sciences Bachelors Degree at Trinity College Dublin is designed for intellectually curious students eager to understand the fundamental role of genetics in human health, disease, and evolution. You will explore the intricate biological and biomedical landscape where genetic information drives cellular functions, development, and susceptibility to illness. This programme is ideal if you are fascinated by how rapidly advancing technologies, such as genome sequencing and gene editing, are revolutionising medicine, revealing human ancestry, and underpinning evolutionary biology. You will gain a deep appreciation for the power of genetics in shaping both individuals and society.
Studied full-time on campus over four years, you will develop your expertise through a combination of lectures and practical classes, engaging with key techniques and analysis methods in human genetics. In your third year, you will cover foundational areas including medical genetics, pharmacogenomics, and molecular genetics, alongside laboratory and data handling skills. The fourth year involves an in-depth literature review and a significant 10-12 week research project in a laboratory, working alongside faculty on globally leading research programmes. You will graduate with a strong foundation in human genetics, prepared for postgraduate study or careers in biomedical research, genetic counselling, or the pharmaceutical industry.