HNC Bioscience (Applied Animal Science)
Overview
The HNC Bioscience will help develop your fundamental knowledge and understanding of cell biology, microbiology, biochemistry, plant biology, livestock physiology and environmental issues. You will develop a range of scientific and practical laboratory skills, all of which will prepare you for employment at a junior technical level within the bioscience industries or set you up for progression to degree level studies.
Entry
- Successful completion of either the NQ Level 6 Animal Biology and Conservation or (or equivalent) along with a progression reference.
- Minimum of two Higher qualification passes, grade C or above, one of which must be from Higher Biology or Human Biology, plus English and Mathematics at SCQF Level 5 (equivalent).
- Applicants that hold the FA in Scientific Technologies (SCQF level 6) with one other minimum C grade pass in Higher Biology or Human Biology.
- Students with relevant work/life experience in a laboratory setting will also be considered.
- A full and detailed personal statement must be completed when applying.
- You may be asked to provide a successful reference.
- Participation at an information session and interview forms part of the selection criteria
- A financial payment of £10 will be made by each student as a contribution towards PVGs, uniform, health clearance checks etc.
Continuing students please refer to the conditions set by the department.
Learn
Taught units include;
- Cell Biology,
- Biochemistry,
- Microbiology,
- Quality and Health and Safety Systems in Science Industries,
- Environmental Awareness,
- ICT,
- Bioscience Graded Unit 1,
- Plant Growth and Development,
- Chemistry and Physics Life Sciences,
- Biotechnology,
- Livestock Growth: Health and Welfare,
- Livestock Breeding,
- Livestock Physiology
- Personal Development Planning.
