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Applied Sciences (Biology) HNC

Tresham College Applied Science HE

Overview

Applied Sciences (Biology) HNC

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.

Why study here?

  • Industry standard labs and equipment
  • Small group sizes

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Important information

Important information

Contact hours

12 hours per week.

Expected self-study

12 hours per week.

Regulatory body

Pearson

Student Loans Company code

1019567

UCAS code

AP02

Course information

Entry requirements

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 Skills).

Course content

Core units:

  • 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:

  • Fundamentals of Biochemistry
  • Microbiological Techniques
Assessment methods

This course is assignment-based.

The qualification

Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Applied Sciences (Biology).

Further study and career options

Career progression:

Technician Scientist, Laboratory Technician, Research Technician, Science Technician

Course progression:

  • On completion of the course students can progress to the Level 5 HND in Applied Sciences (Biology).
  • Top-up to a full degree at a University
Additional information/trips

There will be a £35 trip fee.

Any questions?

If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat or email us at info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk

Available Courses
Bedford College
Starts: 15/09/2025
Type: HE
Length: 1 year
Day(s): Monday, Friday
Time(s): 9:00am - 4:30pm
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Fees: £6,186.00
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.