Course Overview

The FdSc in Practical Life Sciences is a program that will support you to develop an understanding of the essential practical and theoretical elements, within many areas of biological science, which are needed within the industry. The course offers opportunities to study a range of practical and theoretical topics related to biomedical and bioscience topics. This qualification provides an essential broad base to the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed for the laboratory science industry. It offers an opportunity for you to follow a career in many areas of industrial science where key practical skills development and understanding are necessary. The course targets progression into an industrial science career and supports those already employed in a biological scientist role seeking further training and development. Biological scientists can be employed in a variety of types of technical work, such as veterinary and biomedical diagnostics, nutrition, laboratory analysis, research and development, and environmental impact analysis.

General Eligibility

• 80 UCAS tariff points

• Five GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including English, Maths and a science subject together with a relevant Level 3 qualification.

• Mature applicants without UCAS points/English and Maths qualifications will be considered based on relevant industry experience and diagnostic assessment of English and Maths.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language.