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Langside Campus

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HND Applied Biological Sciences is an intense and fascinating two-year course with a strong emphasis on biomedical laboratory work that complements the detailed study of scientific theory.

Through your committed participation in this programme, you will develop the skills sought after in a well-trained laboratory technician. The course provides you with excellent preparation for direct employment in research and technical support work in biomedical microbiological, pharmaceutical and food science industrial laboratories.

You can progress to a wide range of bioscience university courses, such as Biomedical Science, Biomolecular and Food Science degree programmes.

Subjects include:
Chemistry; Cell biology; Microbiology; Microbiological techniques; DNA and genetics; DNA molecular techniques; Human body structure and function; Laboratory skills; Research projects; Statistics and Maths; Human metabolism; Immunological techniques; Cellular signalling; Protein structure and function; Quality, health and safety systems in science industries.

Entry Requirements

Higher Biology (or Human Biology) or Chemistry (Foundation Apprenticeship Scientific Technologies is accepted in place of Higher Chemistry) plus National 5 English, Maths and Biology or Chemistry (whichever is not held at Higher) at A or B; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 6. Interview.

Direct year 2 entry is based on having completed an appropriate 15 credit HNC Applied Sciences. Please contact the college to discuss further.

Progression Routes

2nd or 3rd year entry to a range of relevant degree courses. Employment in related industry.