Applied Sciences HND
Course Overview - Applied Sciences HND
After completing a Pearson BTEC Level 5 students can progress directly into employment and / or commit to progression routes to degree-level study.
The selected specialist pathways (Biology, Biotechnology) are designed to support progression into relevant occupational areas or on to degree-level study. The pathways are referenced against professional body standards and meet the mandatory qualification requirements of the Level 5 Technician Scientist Higher Apprenticeship standard, providing apprenticeship status and progression to direct employment.
After completing a Pearson BTEC Level 5 students can progress directly into employment and / or commit to progression routes to degree-level study. <br/><br/>The selected specialist pathways (Biology, Biotechnology) are designed to support progression into relevant occupational areas or on to degree-level study. The pathways are referenced against professional body standards and meet the mandatory qualification requirements of the Level 5 Technician Scientist Higher Apprenticeship standard, providing apprenticeship status and progression to direct employment.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
AS01
Institution Code
S26
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
80
In a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
Access to HE Diploma
Pass in Access course with 60 credits overall including 45 Level 3 credits passed with a minimum of 64 UCAS in a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MMP
In a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE A*-C or 9-4 in English Language, Mathematics and Science or a recognised equivalent.
A level
A minimum of 2 A Levels at a minimum grade D in a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
T Level
Pass (C and above)
In a relevant subject area to the subject qualification.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £6,701 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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