Applied Biosciences HNC
Course Overview - Applied Biosciences HNC
Applied biosciences explores life at all levels from chemicals, molecules and cells to organ systems, laying the foundation for a career in human health and disease.
This course explores essential concepts such as chemistry, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, and anatomy and physiology. Practical aspects focus on laboratory skills specific to the subject studied and include the safe use of complex equipment, report writing and the development of accurate lab skills.
This Higher National Diploma (HNC) follows the curriculum for Year 1 of the Applied Bioscienc...
Applied biosciences explores life at all levels from chemicals, molecules and cells to organ systems, laying the foundation for a career in human health and disease.<br/><br/>This course explores essential concepts such as chemistry, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, and anatomy and physiology. Practical aspects focus on laboratory skills specific to the subject studied and include the safe use of complex equipment, report writing and the development of accurate lab skills.<br/><br/>This Higher National Diploma (HNC) follows the curriculum for Year 1 of the Applied Biosciences BSc (Hons) degree course.<br/><br/>For the most up-to-date information about course modules, sandwich years or part-time learning, please visit our website.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
CU Coventry
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
11FC
Institution Code
C85
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64
Minimum two A2 levels or BTEC equivalent qualification, including a Science based subject.
Access to HE Diploma
M:15
The Access to HE Diploma to include 15 Level 3 credits at Merit in Science Units. Plus GCSE English and GCSE Mathematics at grade 4 / C or above.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Minimum 5 GCSEs graded 9-4 / A* - C including Maths and English.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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