What You Will Study

In Year 1 (Level 4) you will study the following units:

Year 1 Modules:

  • Fundamentals of Laboratory Techniques
  • Scientific Data Handling Approaches and Techniques
  • Regulation and Quality in the Applied Sciences
  • Cell Biology
  • Fundamentals of Chemistry
  • Anatomy and Human Physiology
  • Microbiological Techniques
  • Managing Scientific Projects

In Year 2 (Level 5) you will study the following units:

Year 2 Modules:

  • Analysis of Scientific Data and Information
  • Applied Sciences Research Project (Pearson-set)
  • Biochemistry of Macromolecules and Metabolic Pathways
  • Molecular Biology and Genetics
  • Immunology
  • Stem Cell Biology
  • Organisations and Change Management
  • Attendance Expectations

    3 days per week

  • How You Will Be Assessed

    Assessment will include:

    • Critical evaluations
    • Essays
    • Laboratory reports
    • Observations
    • Presentations
    • Practical work
    • Practical tests
    • Reflective accounts
    • Research projects
    • Time constrained assignments
    • Written reports
  • Entry Requirements

    64 UCAS points

    BTEC Level 3 in Applied Science

    A Levels that demonstrate strong performance in relevant subjects and supported by GCSEs at Grade 9-4 (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science.

    Other related Level 3 qualifications.

    Access to Higher Education Diploma awarded by an approved further education institution.

    Mature (19+) learners will be considered on an individual basis following an interview.

    IELTS score 5.5

  • Fee Information

    £7,400

  • Further Study

    Progression to HND Applied Science (Applied Biology), which is available at Wakefield College.