HND Applied Biological Sciences

Year 1: 

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

Year 2: 

• Applied Sciences Graded Unit 2
• DNA Molecular Techniques Microbiological Techniques
• Immunological Techniques
• Protein Structure and Function 
• Mathematics for Science 
• Animal Biology 
• Plant Biology 
• Ecology and Ecosystems 
• Quality and Health & Safety Systems in Science Industries 
• Animal and Plant Cell Culture: An Introduction 
• Mathematics for Science 1 
• Instrumental Techniques 

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

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

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

• BSc (Hons) Biology at the University of Stirling
• BSc (Hons) Applied Bioscience- University of the West of Scotland
• Bsc Hons) Applied Bioscience with Zoology - University of the West of Scotland
• BSc (Hons) Applied Bioscience with Forensic Investigation - University of the West of Scotland
• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science - Abertay University
• BSc (Hons) Natural Sciences - Open University
• BSc (Hons) Biology - The Open University 
• BSc (Hons) Immunology/Immunology and Pharmacology/Pharmacology/Physiology - University of Aberdeen
• BSc (Hons) Food Biosciences - Glasgow Caledonian University
• BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science - Glasgow Caledonian University
• BSc (Hons) Cell and Molecular - Glasgow Caledonian University
• BSc (Hons) Microbiology - Glasgow Caledonian University
• BSc (Hons) Pharmacology - Glasgow Caledonian University
• BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences- Heriot-Watt University
• BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (Cell and Molecular Biology) - Heriot-Watt University
• BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (Human Health)- Heriot-Watt University
• BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences (Microbiology) - Heriot-Watt University

Please note articulation links are subject to change and do not guarantee a place on any university course. Students can still apply for entry to Year One or Two of many of these degree programmes and should check with individual universities for more detail. Each institution will have specific entry requirements.

One of the following: 

• NC Applied Science Level 6
• 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 November 2024, 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