- Lab Skills for Science Industries
- Cell Biology
- Chemistry
- Maths
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology
- DNA and Genetics
- Biotechnology
- Human Body Structure and Function
- Graded Unit
HNC Applied Biological Sciences
The HNC Applied Biological Sciences is a general science qualification intended for those wishing to find employment in the science industries or to progress to further study at HND level. It is a broad course providing students with knowledge and skills related to biological, chemical and physical sciences. Students will also develop a wide range of practical laboratory skills in addition to gaining an understanding of good laboratory practice.
- Research Scientist
- Scientific Technologist
- Microbiologist
- Biomedical Scientist
- Biotechnologist
- Protein Scientist
- Molecular Biologist
- Chemical Engineer
- Process Engineer Analytical
- Industrial Laboratory Technician
- HND Applied Biological Science
- HND Applied Chemical Sciences
On successful completion of this course students may progress onto a related degree programme.
- BSc Applied Biological Science Year Two (Falkirk Campus)
Forth Valley College has formal articulation links in place for entry into Year Two of the following degree programmes:
- BSc Biochemistry (C700) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Biotechnology (Applied Molecular Biology) (J7DD) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Chemistry (F100) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Genetics (C400) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Genetics (Immunology)(C450) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Human Embryology & Developmental Biology (CC71) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Immunology (C552) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Immunology and Pharmacology (BC25) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Microbiology (C500) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Molecular Biology (CC74) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Pharmacology (B210) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Physiology (B120) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc Sport and Exercise Science (C600) - University of Aberdeen
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science - Robert Gordon University
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science - Glasgow Caledonian
- BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences - Glasgow Caledonian
- BSc (Hons) Food Science - Glasgow Caledonian
- BSc (Hons) Pharmacology - Glasgow Caledonian
- BSc (Hons) Nutrition - Queen Margaret University
- BSc (Hons) Geography - University of the Highlands & Islands
- BSc (Hons) Marine Science - University of the Highlands & Islands
- BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences – University of Dundee
- BSc (Hons) Biomedical Sciences – University of Dundee
- BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences degrees – Heriot-Watt University
- BSc (Hons) Marine Biology - Heriot-Watt University
- MBiol Biology - Heriot-Watt University
One of the following:
- NC Applied Science Level 6
- Foundation Apprenticeship in Scientific Technologies and a further Higher at grade C or above
- 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 September 2016, 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
Falkirk Campus
Full-Time
19 August 2024
Level 7