Access to Higher Education: Science - Full-time
Course outline
You’ll learn a range of skills across the core science fields.
You’ll learn a range of skills and techniques through studying 14 units, including:
- Scientific study skills
- Mathematical techniques in science and data analysis
- Advanced maths
- Chemistry – inorganic, physical and organic
- A range of biology units:
- Human cell biology
- Biological communication systems
- Genetics
- Ecology and environment
- A practical scientific project
You can expect to complete a unit of scientific study skills designed to support your skills in research techniques, report writing, presentation skills and writing laboratory reports. This will help you develop the skills needed to approach and complete the range of assessments on the course.
You’ll have support from a personal tutor who will guide you through your studies and support you in your university application.
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Location:
Due to the COVID-19 crisis this course may start at another college campus and move to the City Hub later in the year.
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Date:Start: 7th September 2020 |
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Course code: C000501 / Q002760 |
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| Qualification | CAVA Access to HE Diploma |
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| Duration | 1 year |
| Level | Level 3 |
| Entry requirements | You’ll need 5 GCSEs at grades 9–4 (A*–C) including English and Maths. Relevant work experience will be considered as a substitute for a relevant Level 2 vocational qualification, plus GCSE English and Maths.
It is not possible to study both GCSE English and Maths on this course. |
| Assessment | Learning is assessed in a variety of methods to prepare you to study at university. This may include an extended essay, timed assessments under controlled conditions and report writing. |
| Progression | Choose to follow with a degree-level qualification or a career in scientific research, laboratory work, radiography, ophthalmics or other Allied Health Professions. |
| Additional information | Check out our Financial Help page for information on fees and funding for students aged 19 and over! |
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