HND Applied Sciences - Biology pathway (awarded by Pearson)
Start Date | 09/09/2024
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Is this course for me?
You will develop the knowledge, understanding and practical skills to build a successful career in the biological science sector. The HND includes a solid grounding in many areas of biology, from physiology, molecular biology and genetics, to microbiology, immunology, data analysis and practical work. This course offers a general overview of the biological sciences before deciding on your specialism.Not only is this a great route for careers in science, but also from animal management, or health and social care subjects, towards veterinary medicine or scientific careers in the NHS.
ALIGNED WITH INDUSTRY
You will learn in an applied, vocational context, so you will gain theoretical and experimental knowledge and understanding, and will see how this relates to the workplace.
Tutors have extensive experience in a range of sectors, from Cancer Research to palaeontology.
INDUSTRY RELEVANT
You will develop problem solving, analytical and investigative transferable skills, to meet employer needs in a range of working environments.
You will have access to new laboratories, with specialist equipment for culture and genetics investigation.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Placement opportunities with Wigan Council working on ecological studies of the local flashes.
EXPERIENCE OUTSIDE THE CLASSROOM
More time spent on laboratory work than many other providers offer.
What will I study?
• Fundamentals of Laboratory Techniques
• Scientific Data Handing Approaches and Techniques
• Regulation and Quality in the Applied Sciences
• Cell Biology
• Fundamentals of Chemistry
• Anatomy and Human Physiology
• Analysis of Scientific Data and Information
• Applied Sciences Research Project
• Biochemistry of Macromolecules and Metabolic Pathways
• Molecular Biology and Genetics
• Immunology
• Principles of Ecology and their Applications
• Genetics Analysis
• Microbiological Techniques
• Stem Cell Biology
How long is the course?
How will I be assessed?
What qualifications do I need?
Mature students with experience, a portfolio of work and employer references will be considered.
Students must also possess a grade 4 or above in English and maths at GCSE or equivalent.
What can I progress onto?
• hospitals and private laboratories
• research
• drug registration
• patents
• the food industry
• and biotechnology.
Or you may wish to join the third year of an honours degree in a relevant science subject such as pharmacology, biology, genetics, biomedical science, biotechnology, ecology and conservation or go on to achieve professional awards offered by the Royal Society of Biology.
Other Information
Course Fees
Course fees shown are per annum for University Centre courses. Courses lasting longer than one year, fees will be payable per year.
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If you need advice on any financial support that may be available to you, please contact us on applications@wigan-leigh.ac.uk or phone 01942 761111
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