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This two-year course, which is equivalent to three A-levels, provides a practical, coursework-based alternative to traditional science A-levels.
You will study the traditional scientific disciplines in an applied, context-lead approach and your modules will include
- Microbiology
- Practical Chemical Analysis
- Medical Physics
- Genetics & Genetic Engineering
- Human Physiology
You will gain experience of both routine and advanced laboratory techniques such as microscopy, electrophoresis, UV-Vis spectrophotometry and HPLC and learning will be supported by relevant educational visits.
4 GCSEs at Grade C or above including English, Maths and Double Award Science.
Please note, GCSE Single Award Science is not accepted. However, applicants with GCSE Science equivalents with an overall profile equating to 14 points, may also be considered on a case by case basis.
13 units of which 7 are mandatory and 4 are external.
Mandatory content (67%).
External assessment (42%).
2 units are external exam
2 units are external exam type papers
9 units are assignment based
Careers
The BTEC Level 3 extended Diploma is equivalent to A Levels. Specific university courses will set the percentage of grades required for entry.
Successful students have in the past, progressed to study for degrees as diverse as Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Dietetics, Microbiology, Archaeology, Physiotherapy, Radiotherapy, Pharmacology, Zoology, Physiotherapy, Clinical Physiology, Teaching, Nursing and Occupational therapy. Students who successfully complete the course may also progress to further and higher courses within Belfast Met including HND and Foundation Degree programmes.
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