You will study Biology, Microbiology and Chemistry as your main subjects, with supporting units in Mathematics and Study Skills.
The development of Essential Skills is vital to your development and progression to the world of work. Emphasis is placed on the development of Study Skills and will include essay writing, assignment writing, referencing using the Harvard system and presentation of work using IT. All subjects are divided up into chunks of learning called units, which may be at level 2 i.e. GCSE standard, or level 3 i.e. A level standard.
You will require GCSE Welsh / English Language and GCSE Maths/Numeracy grades A*-C or Essential Skills Wales Numeracy and Communication level 2 or Skills for Further Study diploma completion or a Level 2 vocational qualification.
You will be assessed by tutors throughout your course. Assessment will cover practical skills, oral questioning, assignment work and written questions. You will be required to sit short examinations throughout the course.
On successful completion of this course, you will be able to apply for Honours degree courses in Higher Education in a wide range of Nursing and Healthcare Professions, or Biological Science and Chemistry Degrees, and courses at a University or Higher Education Institution of your choice, or seek employment.