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What you will study
The course is broken down into manageable units focusing on giving you the study skills and knowledge required for university, perfect for those who have been out of education for some time. Units include:
- Biological science
- Chemistry
- Physics
- Study skills
- English and maths.
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Entry Requirements
Requirements:
- You must be aged 19 plus
- Proficiency in written and spoken English
- GCSEs - grades A* - C / 9-4 or Functional Skills Level 2 or recognised non-UK GCSE equivalencies in English and maths preferred; however, each applicant will be considered on an individual basis
- Selection by interview, initial screening, literacy and numeracy tests
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Assessment
Assessment is on-going and developed through a portfolio of course work. A large proportion of your work will be essay or assignment based but you can also expect exams, presentations and project work
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Moving Forward
The progression routes from this Diploma could include but are not limited to, Science BA (Hons) Pharmaceutical Science Foundation Degree Various science or health related Degree courses at university (Radiography, Physiotherapy, Sport Science, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, Nutrition…)
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Duration
1 Year
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Cost and Loans
The Advanced Learner Loan is available for this course
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Independent Learning/Overall Workload
Access is an intensive study programme; you must be completely committed to hard work and are required to maintain 100% attendance You are expected to self-study for a minimum of 10 extra hours a week to manage strict work deadlines and to cope with the workload
