Bachelor of Science in Medical and Veterinary Genetics
Lithuanian University of Health Sciences
Key Information
Campus location
Kaunas, Lithuania
Languages
English
Study format
On-Campus
Duration
42 months
Pace
Full time
Tuition fees
EUR 3,836 / per year
Application deadline
05 Jul 2024*
Earliest start date
01 Sep 2024
* The online application opens on the 1st of November
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.