Applied Science (Bioscience) (Level 5 Foundation Degree (FdSc) UU)

UK Requirements

48 UCAS points achieved through completion of A levels to include at least one science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Health & Life Sciences or equivalent), BTEC National Awards (in a science related subject) or an Access Diploma (minimum grade 55%) and which contains an approved science module or other alternative approved Level 3 qualifications. Applicants must have attained at least 15 points at Level 2 or above (e.g. GCSE) or have alternative approved qualifications. In addition, applicants must provide evidence of competence in written and spoken English Language. For entry to this programme, applicants should have attained a Grade C in GCSE English language (or equivalent) and a Grade C in GCSE Maths (or equivalent). Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) may be considered for entry. For more details visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/apply. Please note, all applicants to the programme will be required to attend an interview.

ROI Requirements

48 UCAS points consisting of passes in five approved subjects to include a minimum of three at Higher Level Leaving Cert (Pass grade D/H6), one of which should be in Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or equivalent) and Ordinary Level Leaving Cert (Grade O4 or above) to include Maths and English. Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning (APEL) may be considered for entry. For more details visit www.nwrc.ac.uk/apply. Please note, all applicants to the programme will be required to attend an interview.

Further Study

Students from this course can progress to a range of related degree programmes at Ulster University such as Year 3 of Biology, Year 2 of: MSci Pharmaceutical Biosciences; BSc (Hons) Applied Biomedical Science (DPP) (Pathology); BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (DPP (Industry); BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science (FT & PT); BSc (Hons) Human Nutrition and BSc (Hons) Food & Nutrition; or can enter Year 1 of a wide range of degree courses. Progression to other Universities at various points of entry may also be possible.

Career Prospects

After completing this programme, you may also explore employment opportunities in this field which could include; Laboratory Technician, Quality Control Analyst, Biotechnology Technician, Research Assistant, Environmental Health & Safety, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Pharmacy Technician, Dietetic Assistant, Cardiology Technician, Audiology Technician, and Assistant Grade Professionals.