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).
80 UCAS tariff points (or above), BB (A-Level), DM (BTEC)
IELTS 6.0 overall (minimum 5.5 in all components) where English is not the students' first language.
Science
East Coast College (Lowestoft)
Undergraduate
2
September
£8,220, £11,790,
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom
Undergraduate
GBP Home: £9,250, EU/International: £16,300
London
Undergraduate
GBP £9250, £14280
Bath, England
Undergraduate
GBP Home full-time: £9,250, International full-time: £15,450