FdSc Practical Life Sciences

... United Kingdom
... University of Suffolk

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.

Language Requirement

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

Programme Information
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Course Category

Science


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Campus Name

East Coast College (Lowestoft)


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

Full-Time, 2 years, Part-time, 3 years


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

8220,

13992, (INT)


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