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Applied Science (Biology) HNC

London South Bank University

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  • Qualification

    Higher National Certificate - HNC

  • Location

    London South Bank Technical College (LSBTC) Nine Elms

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Years

Course summary

What food is good for you? Why is blood red? How is disease transmitted? How do animals reproduce? What molecules are in your food? How does the environment work? If you are asking questions like this and have a keen interest in biology, this course could be just for you.This one-year Level 4 qualification in Biology is an advanced, technical qualification delivered in a supportive Technical College environment with contemporary facilities. It provides practical skills and theoretical knowledge that meet the needs of employers in a modern science industry; it prepares you for employment at technician or professional level in research and industrial laboratories, including NHS laboratories.Gaining this industry-led qualification not only provides you with a direct route to Higher Education, including direct entry to some local university’s second year Bachelor of Science degrees, but also equips you with the specialised scientific knowledge and skills needed to fast-track your career progression in Biology and related disciplines such as health sciences.

Application deadline

29 January

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level :

64 UCAS Tariff points from A levels

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London South Bank University

London South Bank University

  • University League Table

    114th

  • Campus address

    London South Bank University, 103 Borough Road, Southwark, SE1 0AA, England

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At LSBU you'll live, study and play in the heart of London, with world-class facilities on your doorstep.
LSBU offers personalised support for overseas students, covering everything from immigration and fees to scholarships and more.
LSBU is one of the largest universities in London, with a diverse student body of 17,500, including 3,000 international students from 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    77th out of 94 5

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    n/a

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    78th

    51

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.14 78%

    31st

    34

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