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Targeted medicine, gene therapy, artificial organs, food production as we travel to Mars – the future is here! You can be part of it with this exciting new course, designed to provide an introduction to the practical skills and knowledge required for a career in some of the most essential and growing sectors in the economy and in the modern science industry: food science, medicine and pharmaceutical production.

Upon completion of this course, you could progress onto Level 6 Biotechnology in Food Science and Medicine, or another science related course. Future career opportunities within this field include work in the NHS, or allied professions such as dietician, microbiologist, biomedical scientist, health care scientist.

Entry Requirements

3 subjects at National 4, English, Maths and Biology, Chemistry or Health and Food Technology preferred; or Pathways to Animal Biology and Science (Level 4). Interview.