15Jun
UndergraduateBlackpool and the Fylde College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Start the journey to a rewarding scientific career with the Foundation Degree Human Biosciences. This degree course gives you the best of both worlds: a relevant, employment-focused curriculum to enhance your career prospects and a coveted degree qualification awarded by a UK top 10 institution – Lancaster University. Designed with our industry partners, the programme provides a vocational exploration of human health and disease, while developing the practical, analytical and independent research skills considered essential for the workplace. At B&FC, you will be taught by friendly, industry specialist tutors and have access to our industry-standard science laboratories, the ideal setting in which to practise professional practical techniques. After graduating, you have the option of ‘topping up’ your qualification to a full honours degree with our one-year BSc (Hons) course. Our students have landed exciting career opportunities with employers such as the NHS, as well as within areas such as science teaching. Others have chosen to continue their studies or specialise further, via MSc and MRes qualifications.
Modules
Modules at level 4 Module Title Code Credits Optional? Cell Biology and Genetics ES4MD027 20 No Human Anatomy and Physiology 1 ES4MD028 20 No Introduction to Biochemistry ES4MD030 20 No Human Anatomy and Physiology 2 ES4MD031 20 No Laboratory Skills ES4MD032 20 No Introduction to Academic Study ES4MD038 20 No Modules at level 5 Module Title Code Credits Optional? Investigating Biochemistry ES5MD026 20 No Introduction to Human Health and Disease ES5MD027 20 No Diagnosing Infectious Disease ES5MD030 20 No Immunity and Immunotherapies ES5MD031 20 No Work Based Learning ES5MD035 20 No Genetic Disease and Molecular Analysis ES5MD036 20 No
Assessment method
Assessment Method Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Coursework 58% 70% 0% Exam 15% 13% 0% Practical 27% 17% 0%
How to apply
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- 2G18
- Institution code:
- B41
- Campus name:
- University Centre
- Campus code:
- U
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
A level - CCC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
Plus GCSEs in English Language and maths at grade C/4 or above. Applicants who are able to demonstrate relevant work/life skills or knowledge will also be considered on an individual basis.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
All applicants will be required to attend an information, advice and guidance appointment either on campus or remotely. The session will give you the opportunity to meet our tutors and ask any questions you may have about studying at B&FC.
English language requirements
Overall score of 6.0 from IELTS with minimum of 5.5 in each component; Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| EU | £10000 | Year 1 |
| International | £10000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Please note: our course fees are accurate at time of publishing. However, government information may change at short notice and we reserve the right to update our fees accordingly.
Provider information
Blackpool and the Fylde College
Ashfield Road
Bispham
Blackpool
FY2 0HB