Overview

Applied Science (Biology) HND (Full-time)

This course will equip students with the Applied Sciences skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global Applied Sciences sector. It provides education and training for a range of careers in Applied Sciences.

This course offers:

  • Industry-standard labs and equipment
  • Small group sizes

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Important information

No of contact hours

12 hours per week.

Expected self-study

You will be expected to study in your own time – hours to be confirmed by your tutor.

Regulatory body

Pearson.

Course information

The standard college entry requirements for all HE courses are: A pass at a relevant level 3 qualification or 32-48 UCAS points.

Students should also hold English and Maths at GCSE grade 4 or above (or level 2 functional skill).

You will study:

Core units (Year 1):

  • 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

Specialist units (Year 1):

  • Fundamentals of Biochemistry
  • Microbiological Techniques

Year 2 units:

Core units:

  • Analysis of Scientific Data and Information
  • Applied Sciences Research Project
  • Specialist units:
  • Biochemistry of Macromolecules and Metabolic Pathways
  • Molecular Biology and Genetics
  • Immunology
  • Conservation and Biodiversity
  • Epidemiology of Communicable Diseases

You will be assessed via assignment.

Year 1 – Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Applied Sciences (Biology)

Year 2 – Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Applied Sciences (Biology)

Careers

Technician Scientist, Laboratory Technician, Research Technician, Science Technician.

Study

Top-up to a full degree at a University.

UCAS code

AP02

Costs / trips

ÂŁ35 trip fee

Access to University students at Bedford College
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Available Courses
Bedford College
Starts: 14/09/2026
Type: HE
Length: 1 year
Day(s):
Time(s): 9:00am - 6:00pm
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Fees: ÂŁ6,186.00 Fee notes: The fee indicated is for each year of the course.

Disclaimer

Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.

Additional Learning Support

If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.

Financial Support

For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.

Accessibility

We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.