Initial Year for Extended Degree in Science - Physical Sciences BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Initial Year for Extended Degree in Science - Physical Sciences BSc (Hons)
A one year programme delivered at one of our partner collegea which provides an alternative route into a named undergraduate award at the University of Hertfordshire. This Initial Year in Science aims to consolidate and develop existing levels of knowledge possessed by applicants to prepare them more thoroughly for a further 3-4 yrs of undergraduate studies in science based disciplines. The course encompasses further study of maths, biology, chemistry and physical sciences with options available in environmental biology, mammalian physiology and statistics.
A one year programme delivered at one of our partner collegea which provides an alternative route into a named undergraduate award at the University of Hertfordshire. This Initial Year in Science aims to consolidate and develop existing levels of knowledge possessed by applicants to prepare them more thoroughly for a further 3-4 yrs of undergraduate studies in science based disciplines. The course encompasses further study of maths, biology, chemistry and physical sciences with options available in environmental biology, mammalian physiology and statistics.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
North Hertfordshire College
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
F900
Institution Code
H36
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
PPP
GCSE/National 4/National 5
English Language 4/C Maths 4/C Science 4/C
A level
D,D
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales | £6,165 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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