Course title
BTEC HND in Applied Sciences
(three pathways available: Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Sustainability)
240 credits
These qualifications can form the off the job training for an Apprenticeship programme
Campus location
Whittingham Campus or Coombswood Campus
Why study this course?
This course comprises of sixteen modules of study – eight at Level 4 and eight at Level 5 – all carrying 15 credits each.
Students have the option of studying full time over two years or part time (usually as part of an apprenticeship programme) over three or four years.
Students undertake the HNC programme of modules at Level 4 (see HNC entry), before progressing to level 5
Length of course
Full time, one year*
Part time, two years*
*If you have studied the HNC beforehand. If not, the length of the course may be extended.
Compulsory modules
All HND pathways contain the following two Level 5 compulsory modules:
Specific additional compulsory modules at Level 5 are required for each pathway, together with optional modules to make up a credit attainment of 240.
Please note that every effort will be made to accommodate individual choices of optional modules, but the College cannot guarantee that every option will always be available.
Optional modules
For the Biology pathway, there are three additional Level 5 compulsory modules:
Two optional modules at Level 5 are also chosen from the following:
For the Chemistry pathway, there are three additional compulsory modules at Level 5:
Two optional Level 5 modules are also chosen from the following:
For the Environmental Sustainability pathway, there are three additional Level 5 compulsory modules:
Two optional modules at Level 5 are also chosen from the following:
Delivery
Full time and part time available for Autumn 2021:
Assessment
You will engage in a range of learning and assessment activities and be encouraged to become effective and independent in researching and presenting work.
Assessment is through practical and theoretical assignment activities, where there are between two and four assignments set per module of study.
All assignment work is both assessed and quality assured within College, as well as being subject to quality assurance sampling by the awarding body.
How to apply
Full-time students should apply via UCAS Apply, using the appropriate UCAS code:
Biology: H415
Chemistry: H417
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Part-time applicants should apply via the ‘Apply’ link on the Halesowen College website.
*Please note the Environmental Sustainability pathway can only be studied part time, over four years (which includes the HNC in Environmental Science)
If your qualification(s) are not listed, please contact Halesowen College’s Admissions Team for further guidance on 0121 602 7888.
Entry requirements
Applicants have typically achieved the HNC programme prior to progressing to the Level 5 HND.
English and Maths GCSE grades C/4 or above
A related Level 3 qualification.
Mature learners may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include extensive work experience and/or achievement of a range of professional qualifications in their work sector.
Any other information an applicant would need to know at this initial stage?
Applicants who have been out of education for several years and/or have not studied Maths and Science above GCSE level should seek advice via Admissions regarding preparative study.
Start date
Autumn 2021
Day
2021-22 course timetable to be confirmed.
Time
2021-22 course timetable to be confirmed.
Course fee
£4880
If you would like to study this programme as part of an apprenticeship, please contact Admissions on 0121 602 7888.
Course code
Applied Science Biology H70017A
Applied Science Chemistry H70040C
Applied Science Environmental – Coming soon!
Study mode
Available to study full time and part time.
*Please note the Environmental Sustainability pathway can only be studied part time, over two years.
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