Planit


Practical Science (NPA)

UHI West Highland

Venues

Auchtertyre Campus, Broadford Campus, Fort William Campus, Gairloch Campus, Kilchoan Campus, Kinlochleven Campus, Mallaig Campus, Portree Campus, Strontian Campus, Ullapool Campus, Virtual Learning Environment (VLE)

Content

The science subjects are a starting point for a variety of careers in nursing, education and the expending world of STEM (science, technology, engineering and maths) employment.

You will cover the basics in all three science disciplines (physics, chemistry and biology) with a focus on practical activities which will be carried out in a realistic work environment.

*You will be required to attend one Saturday session of practical forensic science in either Fort William or Portree during the course.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements.

Progression Routes

Higher level study

Start Date

September, October

Qualification

Other

Study Method

Distance and Flexible learning
Part time (day)

Course Length

20 weeks

Department

Construction and STEM

SCQF Level

5

Cost

£270.00

Career Sectors

Agriculture

Aquaculture and Fishing

Arboriculture and Horticulture

Earth Studies

Environmental and Rural Resource Management

Environmental Services

Forestry

Work with Animals