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Biotechnology in Food Science and Medicine (Level 6)

New College Lanarkshire

Venues

Coatbridge Campus

Content

Do you want to be part of the development of new treatments for diseases such as cancer, multiple sclerosis, diabetes and Alzheimer’s to name a few or create new organs for transplants? Are you interested in nutrition and in the latest developments in food production and technology?

If so, begin your journey with this exciting new course, designed to provide a unique opportunity to learn the practical skills and gain the knowledge to pursue a career in some of the most essential and expanding sectors in the modern science industry: food science, medicine and pharmaceutical production.

Entry Requirements

4 subjects at National 5 including English, Maths and Biology, Chemistry or Health and Food Technology; or Introduction to Biotechnology in Food Science and Medicine (Level 5); or other relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 5. Interview.

Start Date

August

Qualification

Other

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Science

SCQF Level

5

Career Sectors

Biology

Chemistry and Materials Science

Food Science and Technology

Mathematics and Statistics

Physics

Science General