Wigan and Leigh College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Applied Science is designed to provide students with the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to build a successful career in the Science sector. By developing your abilities, this nationally-recognised qualification will provide you with the strong foundations needed to progress within higher education or take your first steps towards your professional career in Science. Modules include: Fundamentals of Laboratory Techniques, Scientific Data Handling Approaches and Techniques, Regulation and Quality in the Applied Sciences, Cell Biology, Fundamentals of Chemistry, Anatomy and Human Physiology, Analysis of Scientific Data and Information, Applied Science Research Project, Biochemistry of Macromolecules and Metabolic Pathways, Immunology, Principles of Ecology and their applications, Genetic Analysis, Microbiological Techniques, Stem Cell Biology.
Modules
Modules include: Cell Biology, Biochemsitry of Macromolecules and Metabolic Pathways, Physiology of Celluar System in Animals, Laboratory Techniques for Applied Biology, Analysis of Scientific Data and Information, Molecular Biology and Genetics, Chemistry for Applied Biologists, Project for Applied Science, Neurophysiology and Homeostasis Control of the Human Body, Applied Genetics of Industry, Agriculture and Medicine, Pharmacological Priniciples of Drug Actions, Immune Response System, Infectious Diseases, Medical Microbiology, Statistics for Experimental Design.Pearson are currently reviewing this Higher National Qualification. Some modules titles may change.This is subject to approval.
Assessment method
The HND programme is assessed through a variety of methods, from written assignments to coursework and practical investigations.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- APB1
- Institution code:
- W67
- Campus name:
- Leigh
- Campus code:
- L
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://www.wigan-leigh.ac.uk/courses/science-forensics/hnd-applied-biology
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £7500 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £7500 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Wigan and Leigh College
PO Box 53
Parsons Walk
Wigan
WN1 1RS