University Degree in Genetics
OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY DEGREE | IN PERSON MODALITY
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Diploma in Applied Genetics and Business
Could you imagine being able to predict diseases before they manifest themselves? Or growing plants that resist pests without the need for pesticides? All this is possible thanks to genetics. With this official degree you will discover that every cell is loaded with information and you will be able to transform sectors as diverse as medicine, industry, agriculture, sports or the environment.
Could you imagine yourself working on treatments for hitherto incurable diseases?- Are you interested in learning about fields such as regenerative medicine, gene therapies, precision medicine, etc.?
- Would you like to know how genetics can help in energy production or in the conservation of endangered species?
- Could you see yourself collaborating with scientists and professionals from different parts of the world in innovative research projects?
If so... this is the University degree for you!
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University Degree in Genetics Madrid.
A profession with a high employability rate
The figure of the geneticist has become essential in laboratories, hospitals and diagnostic centers and reaches an employability rate close to 100%. In addition, our teaching methodology, together with an innovative curriculum, makes us one of the best private universities in Spain to study a career in Experimental Sciences
Syllabus University Degree in Genetics
First year
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| CELL AND TISSUE BIOLOGY | BT | 1 SEM | 7,5 |
| GENERAL AND ORGANIC CHEMISTRY | BT | 1 SEM | 6 |
| BIOCHEMISTRY | BT | 1 SEM | 6 |
| MATHEMATICS | OB | 1 SEM | 3 |
| HISTORY AND PHILOSOPHY OF SCIENCE SCIENCE | OB | 2 SEM | 3 |
| INTEGRATED LAB 1 * | OB | 1 AND 2 SEM | 6 |
| COMMUNICATION SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES | OB | 1 AND 2 SEM | 4,5 |
| INTRODUCTION TO UNIVERSITY STUDIES | OB | 1 SEM | 3 |
| MICROBIOLOGY | BT | 2 SEM | 6 |
| BASIC GENETICS | BT | 2 SEM | 6 |
| BIOPHYSICS | OB | 2 SEM | 3 |
| DEVELOPMENTAL BIOLOGY | BT | 2 SEM | 6 |
| * Subject taught in English | |||
Second year
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANIMAL AND PLANT BIOLOGY * | BT | 3 SEM | 6 |
| MOLECULAR GENETICS 1 | BT | 3 SEM | 6 |
| METABOLIC BIOCHEMISTRY | OB | 3 SEM | 4,5 |
| BIOINFORMATICS | OB | 3 SEM | 4,5 |
| ANTHROPOLOGY | BT | 3 AND 4 SEM | 6 |
| INTEGRATED LAB 2 * | OB | 3 AND 4 SEM | 6 |
| SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY | OB | 3 AND 4 SEM | 6 |
| ANIMAL AND PLANT PHYSIOLOGY | BT | 4 SEM | 6 |
| BIOSTATISTICS | OB | 4 SEM | 4,5 |
| MICROBIAL GENETICS | OB | 4 SEM | 4,5 |
| POPULATION GENETICS | OB | 4 SEM | 3 |
| MOLECULAR PHYSIOLOGY | OB | 4 SEM | 3 |
| *Subject taught in English | |||
Third Year
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOLECULAR GENETICS 2 | OB | 5 SEM | 6 |
| HUMAN GENETICS | OB | 5 SEM | 4.5 |
| GENETIC DIAGNOSIS AND CYTOGENETICS * | OB | 5 SEM | 4.5 |
| GENETIC ENGINEERING 1 | OB | 5 SEM | 6 |
| ETHICS AND BIOETHICS | OB | 5 SEM | 6 |
| INTEGRATED LABORATORY 3 * | OB | 5 AND 6 SEM | 6 |
| BASIC AND APPLIED IMMUNOLOGY * | OB | 6 SEM | 6 |
| VIROLOGY | OB | 6 SEM | 3 |
| GENETIC ENGINEERING 2 | OB | 6 SEM | 6 |
| GENOMICS | OB | 6 SEM | 3 |
| PROTEOMICS AND INTERACTOMICS | OB | 6 SEM | 3 |
| INTRODUCTION TO THEOLOGY | OB | 6 SEM | 6 |
| *Subject taught in English | |||
Fourth Year
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEDICAL GENETICS AND COUNSELING | OB | 7 SEM | 3 |
| GENE AND CELL THERAPY | OB | 7 SEM | 6 |
| QUANTITATIVE GENETICS AND BREEDING | OB | 7 SEM | 3 |
| REFRESHER SEMINARS IN GENETICS * | OB | 7 SEM | 3 |
| GENETIC MODIFICATION OF ANIMALS | OB | 7 SEM | 3 |
| MODIFICATION GENETICS AND REGULATION OF GENE EXPRESSION IN PLANTS * | OB | 7 SEM | 3 |
| APPLIED BIOINFORMATICS IN GENETICS | OB | 7 SEM | 3 |
| INTRODUCTION TO ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE | OB | 7 SEM | 3 |
| ADVANCED BIOETHICS AND DEONTOLOGY | OB | 7 SEM | 3 3 |
| EXTERNAL ACADEMIC INTERNSHIP | EXT INTERNSHIP | 8 SEM | 12 |
| END OF DEGREE PROJECT | TFG | 8 SEM | 6 |
| OPTIONAL | OP | 7 AND 8 SEM | 12 |
| * Subject taught in English | |||
| ELECTIVES (CHOOSE FOUR SUBJECTS) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS | ||
| EMBRYOLOGY | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| BIOLOGICAL EVOLUTION | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| CANCER GENETICS | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| GENETICS OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASES | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| NEUROGENETICS | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| FORENSIC GENETICS AND CRIMINALISTICS | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| AGROGENOMICS | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| KNOWLEDGE TRANSFER AND SCIENTIFIC DISSEMINATION | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| HUMAN PATHOPHYSIOLOGY | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| RESEARCH PROJECT * | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| ECONOMICS AND BUSINESS MANAGEMENT | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| MARKETING | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| BIOLEGAL | OP | 7 SEM | 3 | ||
| COMPLEMENTARY TRAINING ACTIVITIES 1 | OP | 8 SEM | 3 | ||
| COMPLEMENTARY TRAINING ACTIVITIES 2 | OP | 8 SEM | 3 | ||
| Students will have the option to select their elective subjects from the list of available subjects offered by the University each academic year. This information will be included in the Study Plans book for registration purposes. Similarly, the University reserves the right to open these elective subjects after the enrollment period, based on the number of students enrolled. | |||||
| * Subject taught in English | |||||
Diploma in Applied Genetics and Business
| FIRST YEAR (1 SEM AND 2 SEM) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS | ||
| INTRODUCTION TO INNOVATION AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP | PW | 1 SEM | 4 | ||
| APPLIED GENETICS-BASED ENTERPRISES I: INTRODUCTION AND SUCCESS STORIES | PW | 2 SEM | 4 | ||
| SECOND YEAR (3 SEM AND 4 SEM) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS | ||
| IMPACT OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND NUTRITION ON HEALTH | PW | 3 SEM | 4 | ||
| ENVIRONMENTAL GENETICS | PW | 3 SEM | 3 | ||
| APPLIED GENETICS-BASED COMPANIES II: BUSINESS MODELS | PW | 4 SEM | 2 | ||
| THIRD YEAR (5 SEM AND 6 SEM) |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS | ||
| PHARMACOLOGY AND PHARMACOGENETICS | PW | 5 and 6 SEM | 4 | ||
| APPLIED GENETICS BASED ENTERPRISES 3: BUSINESS PLAN | PW | 5 and 6 SEM | 2 | ||
| FOURTH YEAR (7 SEM AND 8 SEM) | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUBJECT | TYPOLOGY | SEM | ECTS | ||
| ADVANCED BIOSTATISTICS AND HEALTH DATA MANAGEMENT | PW | 7 SEM | 4 | ||
Structure of the Syllabus
| Structure of the syllabus | Download |
Competencies to be acquired by the student
| Learning outcomes | Download |
Do you have doubts about studying the University Degree in Genetics?
Why is UFV the best option to study Genetics?
You will study at one of the first Spanish universities offering a University Degree in Genetics, with more than 20 years of experience in Experimental Sciences and a curriculum endorsed by a Scientific and Technical Advisory Board of the highest prestige.
You will learn in a very practical way with workshops, seminars, company and laboratory visits, academic trips and lectures on the latest trends in the genetics sector.
From the first day, you will do research in the UFV laboratories, in small classes and at your own workstation, so that you can experiment and innovate with the latest technology.
You will specialize with a diploma in Applied Genetics and Business to develop genetic solutions in fields as diverse as industry, business, environment, science, etc.
You will be able to participate in research groups in gene and cell therapy, neuroscience, oncology and microbial genetics, launched by the Faculty.
You will delve into personalized medicine, molecular big data, innovative therapies and regenerative medicine, with professors who are expert researchers and active professionals in your field.
You will do mandatory internships in the best research centers, hospitals or companies in the national and international field so that you can practice your profession in any country in the world.
and the best part! You will have an unforgettable college experience on a lively campus where you can participate in sports teams, student societies, missions and hundreds of other activities
Learn in Europe's best university laboratories
The UFV has the best facilities and the latest technology. You will be trained in 700 m2 of specialised teaching laboratories and a research laboratory of more than 300 m2 that houses 15 research groups working in cutting-edge fields: oncology, gene and cell therapy, neurosciences, microbial biotechnology and computational biophysics.
Internships in research centers, hospitals and national and international companies
You will carry out your professional internship in biotechnology research centers, hospitals and pharmaceutical companies in Spain and abroad. This internship will allow you to enter the world of work, participate in major research projects and develop your professional skills.
INTERNATIONAL
AGREEMENTS
8,4 / 10
in international
experience of
our students
Source: 2024 undergraduate student experience report.
You will be able to do an exchange in a foreign university in Europe, America or Asia and learn a new language in our Language School. In addition, in the laboratories and in some classes and lectures, the language of reference will be English, since the scientific world expresses itself in this language.
We train geneticists to “revolutionize” society with a humanistic vision.
The vertiginous advance of genetic knowledge requires professionals with an integral vision who not only understand the secrets of DNA, but also defend fundamental human values. For this reason, you will take subjects in humanistic training so that you can seek the Good and the Truth and put the person at the center of your work.
TITLE OF UNIVERSITY DEGREE
UNIVERSITY DEGREE IN GENETICS
INITIAL PAYMENT
€1,500
MONTHLY FEE
1.020€
TOTAL
11.700€
Scholarships and Grants
At UFV we know how important it is to study a career that makes you feel fulfilled. That’s why we offer you numerous facilities to access our university degrees so that you don’t have to give up your professional future.
Career opportunities
Genetics is applied in numerous fields, so geneticists can develop their profession in sectors as diverse as:
- Basic, applied and clinical research in biosanitary sciences, pharmaceutical industry, microbiology, animal and plant breeding, etc.
- Diagnosis and counseling in genetic diseases and health
- Analysis of large molecular data sets, such as genomics or proteomics (nutrition)
- Forensic genetics, public or private field
- Population genetics, genealogical and evolutionary studies (human and other species)
- Classification of species and varieties, conservation of endangered species and biodiversity
- Analysis for quality control in the food industry
- Science policy, dissemination
- Bioethics
- Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics
- Education and teaching
- Business area: genetic services companies for production and analysis of data, and for genetic counseling of individuals and populations
Title of University Degree
University Degree in Genetics
Centers where the University Degree is taught:
Faculty of Experimental Sciences
Branch of knowledge:
Sciences
Modality:
In person
Languages in which the Degree is taught:
Spanish and English
Total Number of ECTS credits:
240
Specialisation:
Not applicable
Number of new admission places offered:
80
