Science shapes the future, this course will enable you to uncover both natural and social science skills - providing a theoretical and practical feel for this progressive field of study.
As well as learning many new skills you’ll find that your communication skills develop. Professional presentation is a vital skill for any scientist. Learning how to assemble and process data while being articulate about your findings will be central to your learning with us.
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Entry Criteria
4 GCSEs (9-4), including English, maths and science, or a relevant Level 2 Diploma.
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What will I study?
Subjects span natural science and social science, providing a theoretical and practical feel for this progressive field of study.
Modules include:
• Principles and Applications of Science - learn some of the key science concepts in biology, chemistry and physics
• Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques - be introduced to quantitative laboratory techniques, calibration, chromatography, calorimetry and laboratory safety, which are relevant to the chemical and life science industries
• Science Investigation Skills - understand the stages involved and the skills needed in planning a scientific investigation: how to record, interpret, draw scientific conclusions and evaluate
• Laboratory Techniques and their Application - learn the importance of health and safety in work place laboratories, how data is stored and communicated and how organic liquids and solids are made and tested industrially
• Principles and Applications of Science II - build on and extend the range of key science concepts in biology, chemistry and physics
• Investigative Project - gain an understanding and the skills required to undertake an investigative project
• Contemporary Issues in Science
• Human Regulation and Reproduction - understand the importance of the regulation of body fluids in the human body and understand the organisation and function of the nervous system and homeostatic mechanism
• Genetics and Genetic Engineering - understand the process of protein synthesis and be able to investigate the process of cell division in eukaryotic cells -
Future Prospects
Careers range from marine biologist to clinical psychologist. Alternatively, you could move onto an Extended Degree through College or a BA Honours Degree in a related area.
For more information visit the National Careers Service