HNC Applied Biological Sciences

The HNC Applied Biological Sciences is a general science qualification intended for those wishing to find employment in the science industries or to progress to further study at HND level. It is a broad course providing students with knowledge and skills related to biological, chemical and physical sciences. Students will also develop a wide range of practical laboratory skills in addition to gaining an understanding of good laboratory practice.

  • Lab Skills for Science Industries
  • Cell Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Maths
  • Biochemistry
  • Microbiology
  • DNA and Genetics
  • Biotechnology
  • Human Body Structure and Function
  • Graded Unit

  • Research Scientist
  • Scientific Technologist
  • Microbiologist
  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Biotechnologist
  • Protein Scientist
  • Molecular Biologist
  • Chemical Engineer
  • Process Engineer Analytical
  • Industrial Laboratory Technician

  • HND Applied Biological Science
  • HND Applied Chemical Sciences

On successful completion of this course students may progress onto a related degree programme.

  • BSc Applied Biological Science Year Two (Falkirk Campus)

Forth Valley College has formal articulation links in place for entry into Year Two of the following degree programmes:

  • BSc Biochemistry (C700) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Biotechnology (Applied Molecular Biology) (J7DD) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Chemistry (F100) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Genetics (C400) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Genetics (Immunology)(C450) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Human Embryology & Developmental Biology (CC71) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Immunology (C552) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Immunology and Pharmacology (BC25) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Microbiology (C500) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Molecular Biology (CC74) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Pharmacology (B210) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Physiology (B120) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc Sport and Exercise Science (C600) - University of Aberdeen
  • BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science - Robert Gordon University
  • BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science - Glasgow Caledonian
  • BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences - Glasgow Caledonian
  • BSc (Hons) Food Science - Glasgow Caledonian
  • BSc (Hons) Pharmacology - Glasgow Caledonian
  • BSc (Hons) Nutrition - Queen Margaret University

One of the following:

  • NC Applied Science Level 6
  • Foundation Apprenticeship in Scientific Technologies and a further Higher at grade C or above
  • An appropriate group of National Qualification units
  • A minimum of two Highers at grade C or above (Preferably to include Biology and Chemistry)

Additional Requirements:

  • Preference will be given to applicants with a strong science background

Further advice for full-time applicants:

  • Please ensure you have an online account before starting your application.
  • If you created your account prior to September 2016, you will need to register a new account.
  • Before starting the application process, please ensure you already hold or are working towards the relevant entry qualifications required for the course you are applying for 
  • Ensure you use your own personal email address when creating your online account
  • Once you have submitted your application, you will receive an automated email immediately 
  • If you do not receive an acknowledgement e-mail immediately, please check your SPAM/Junk folder
  • Please include as much detail as possible in your personal statement such as; the reason you are applying, future career plans, previous employment, relevant experience, hobbies and interests
  • Disclosing support needs in your application will not affect your chances of being offered a place on a course at Forth Valley College
  • If your application is successful, you will be invited for interview. For January start courses interviews will be in Nov/Dec and interviews for August start courses will take place between February and May
  • If your application is unsuccessful, you will be offered support in finding a suitable alternative course 
  • Applicants who provide a mobile phone number on their application form will be sent a text reminder prior to the day of interview 

If you are unable to attend an interview or wish to withdraw your application - please email student.applications@forthvalley.ac.uk

Location

Falkirk Campus

Attendance

Full-Time

Start date

19 August 2024

SCQF Level

Level 7