Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Medical and Veterinary GeneticsKaunas, Lithuania
DURATION
42 Months
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
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TUITION FEES
EUR 3,836 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
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Key Summary
About: The Bachelor of Science in Medical and Veterinary Genetics offers students a comprehensive understanding of genetic principles as they apply to both human and animal health. This program explores genetics, molecular biology, and genomics, equipping students with the skills needed to tackle genetic diseases and improve health outcomes in both fields.
Career Outcomes: Graduates may pursue careers in areas such as genetic counseling, biotechnology, laboratory research, and diagnostics within medical and veterinary settings. Opportunities also exist in governmental and private research institutions, as well as in pharmacogenomics and biodiversity conservation.
Introduction
Genetics is one of the future TOP specialties all around the world. This program offers a unique possibility to study the basics of both Human and Animal Anatomy, Physiology, Histology, Genetics, and other disciplines that will lay the background for a comprehensive understanding of disease pathogenesis.
Course details
- Medical and Veterinary Genetics
- 3.5 years
- BSc in Health Sciences, Biomedical Technician
- 210 ECTS credits
- Taught in English
Why study Medical and Veterinary Genetics at LSMU?
- Multicultural environment and student community: international students from 87 different countries make up 25% of the total student body at LSMU;
- Diploma recognized in many countries of the word;
- Possibility to spend a semester or a year abroad with the Erasmus+ exchange program;
- Small groups (up to 10 students) in clinical courses;
- Support system for student adaptation: mentoring, tutoring, and psychological counseling.
Admissions
Curriculum
Structure of the program
What you will learn each year
- Year 1: Human Physiology, Animal Physiology, Basic Genetics
- Year 2: General and Molecular Pathology, Molecular Biology, Biostatics, Basics of Immunology, Plant Genetics
- Year 3: Veterinary Genetics, Medical Genetics I, Analytical Chemistry, Bioinformatics, Bachelor Thesis
- Year 4: Professional Practice, Bachelor Thesis
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
After graduation, you can
- Work at different research and diagnostic laboratories;
- Continue studies in Master's degree programs in various Lithuanian or foreign institutions. This might be followed by Ph.D. studies.