Course area introduction
With rising industry demand for scientific skills, plus increasing public interest in the world around us and how to protect it for the future, choosing a Science course really can open up a massive range of exciting career options.
Science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects are all high on the government’s agenda for supporting the UK’s future competitiveness and growth. This means that STEM is an area of high investment, with constantly evolving techniques and breakthroughs. By choosing this route you will be able to develop key transferable skills and enhance your creativity, while gaining problem-solving and employability skills.
Our courses are based in our City Hub campus and cover a broad base and open up career opportunities in the NHS and in industries such as life sciences, pharmaceuticals, environmental health, forensics and biochemistry.
Nottingham has a thriving health science sector and we have really good links with some of the area’s top employers, so you can look forward to guest lectures and inspiring work experience opportunities.
We are committed to helping you gain the skills and knowledge needed for a fascinating and exciting career in science.
Facilities
Crime Scene House
Our crime scene house not only has a blood spatter room and fingerprint analysis equipment but also props, evidence, and tools, It’s perfect for aspiring forensic scientists and crime scene investigators.
Observatory
Our roof-top observatory is situated on the roof of our City Hub campus, learners on our science courses are able to reach for the stars and benefit from industry-standard equipment in a unique setting that takes the learning experience truly beyond the classroom.
Science and Innovation Centre
We’ve invested heavily in our science facilities and our new Science and Innovation Centre at our City Hub Campus is home to lots of specialist equipment you’ll be hard pressed to find anywhere else.
23 available courses
A Level Biology
Course Areas:
A LevelsScience
Student Types:
16 - 18 coursesA Levels
Course Type:
A Level course
A Level Chemistry
Course Areas:
A LevelsScience
Student Types:
16 - 18 coursesA Levels
Course Type:
A Level course
A Level Geology
Course Areas:
A LevelsScience
Student Types:
16 - 18 coursesA Levels
Course Type:
A Level course
A Level Physics
Course Areas:
A LevelsScience
Student Types:
16 - 18 coursesA Levels
Course Type:
A Level course
Access to Higher Education: Health Professions (Nursing and Midwifery) (19+) - Full-time
Course Areas:
Access to Higher Education and EmploymentHealth and Social CareScience
Student Type:
Courses for 19+ students
Course Type:
Full-time Further Education course
Access to Higher Education: Medicine (19+) - Full-time
Course Areas:
Access to Higher Education and EmploymentScience
Student Type:
Courses for 19+ students
Course Type:
Full-time Further Education course
Careers related to this course area
Select career:
Physical Scientists
Potential Earnings
£55,122.08
Average Earnings
£32,586.99
Source: Office for National Statistics' Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE).
Pathways
Natural Sciences
People in these occupations observe the natural order, formulate theories, run tests, and conduct experiments.
Skills
Science
Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Mathematics
Using mathematics to solve problems.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Reading Comprehension
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
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