NC Biomedical Science

NC Biomedical Science

Course Aims:
This course prepares you for entry into courses and employment in a wide range of scientific and health related disciplines such as laboratories and environmental monitoring. Successful candidates may be able to progress to Highers or HNC programmes.

Course Content:
Microbiology
Human Body
Chemistry,
Biotechnology
Ecology

Progression Opportunities:
Students who successfully complete their selected programme may, progress to suitable science Higher/HN courses at James Watt, College, and other further education colleges.

Career Potential:
This course leads to employment as a trainee technician in a wide, range of laboratory based occupations.

Course Assessment:
Work is assessed by a variety of means including end of unit tests, and practical assignments. There may also be the opportunity to sit, external end of year examinations in Intermediate subjects.