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FdSc Practical Life Sciences

University of Suffolk, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

The FdSc Practical Life Sciences contains a balance of the knowledge requirements, along with the practical skill development, for students to progress to work in the biological science industry at laboratory assistant/associate level (or equivalent). The course provides a starting subject base in the area of biological sciences for students wanting to progress to a full Honours degree in a biological science subject. The course is ideal for students wanting to progress into a science industry career and also those already employed in a biological scientist role wanting further training and development. Biological scientists can be employed in a variety of technical roles, such as veterinary and biomedical diagnostics, nutrition, laboratory analysis, research, and development, or environmental impact analysis. All students are encouraged to complete a work experience placement (if they are not currently employed in a relevant role).

General Eligibility

80 UCAS tariff points (or above), BB (A-Level), DM (BTEC)

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Introduction to Laboratory Techniques for Applied Biology (Mandatory)

  • Analysis of Scientific Data and Information (Requisite)

  • Cell Biology (Requisite)

  • Physiology of Cellular Systems (Requisite)

  • Molecular Biology and Genetics (Requisite)

  • Infectious Diseases (Requisite)

  • Medicinal Chemistry (Requisite)

  • Personal and Professional Development (work-based) (Requisite)

2 Year 2
  • Advanced Laboratory Techniques for Applied Biology (Mandatory)

  • Introduction to Research and Bioinformatics (Research methods) (Mandatory)

  • Biochemistry of Macromolecules and Metabolic Pathways (Requisite)

  • Microbiology (Requisite)

  • Immune Responses and Pharmacological Principles (Requisite)

  • Environmental and Ecological Principles (Requisite)

  • Industry Related Project (work-based) (Requisite)

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language.

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