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Applied Science

Course details
  • HND
  • 2 Years
  • Full-time
  • 09/2025
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Leigh
Awarded by:
Pearson Education Ltd

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

Apply by
29 January

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

Open days

Entry requirements

UCAS Tariff

80 points
UCAS points from a relevant subject or equivalent work experience. Mature students with experience and employer references will be considered. Students must also possess a grade 4 or above at GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English.

Find out more about qualification requirements for this course.

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£7500Year 1
Northern Ireland£7500Year 1
Scotland£7500Year 1
Wales£7500Year 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.

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