· Are you 19 years or older? · Do you want a career in Healthcare? · Do you need a Level 3 Qualification to meet the entry requirements for University? For further information about this Level 3 Access to HE Diploma in Science – Biochemical Science Pathway and to discuss your individual needs please contact: [email protected] Level of course on the Qualifications and Credit Framework: On successful completion of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Biochemical Science), you will receive a Skills & Education Group Access, QAA recognised, Access to Higher Education Diploma at Level 3 with 60 credits. As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance on your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma. Awarding body Skills & Education Group Access An Access Validating Agency with a strong social purpose to recognise achievement, particularly for those who have benefited least from their previous educational experiences, Skills and Education Group Access supports the needs of learners, providers, businesses and communities by enabling progression into higher education.
· You will need GCSE English at Grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills) and
GCSE Maths at Grade A-C (4-9) or equivalent (Level 2 Functional Skills).
· Some Universities will only accept GCSEs to meet entry requirements. They will also
require you to have additional GCSEs at Grade A-C (4-9) for some courses, including a
science for some pathways.
· As the course is fully online you must have strong ICT skills to enable you to cope with the
demands of the course.
· You will also need to have your own laptop
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Blended course – You will have the opportunity to come into college for ‘drop-in’ support sessions with your specialist tutor who can provide guidance and support with your assignments and also access remote support during the working week. Your study materials, resources, textbooks and assignments are provided and supported using the innovative PEARL platform, with ongoing support from the experienced and subject specialist Access to HE curriculum team.
COURSE MODULES:
Module 1: Reading and Note Making Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand a range of reading strategies · Understand the use of language in terms of the purpose and context of a range of texts · Be able to use methods for developing notes from a range of sources
Module 2: Academic Writing Skills Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Be able to structure a written response · Be able to develop a structured response to a plan · Be able to present the response appropriately for audience and purpose · Understand how to apply academic writing principles to own work
Module 3: The Structure and Function of Cells Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand cellular structure and organisation · Understand cellular activity · Understand the cell cycle
Module 4: Atoms, Bonds and Structure Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand atomic structure · Understand bonding, structure and properties · Understand intermolecular forces
Module 5: Cell Division and Genetics Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand mitosis · Understand meiosis · Understand genetic variation
Module 6: Moles, Equations and Acids Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand the mole concept and perform related calculations · Understand chemical formulae and equations · Understand acids and bases
Module 7: Nutrition and Digestion Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand the concept of a balanced diet · Understand the structure and function of the human digestive system
Module 8: Redox and Periodicity Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand oxidation and reduction · Understand periodicity · Understand the chemistry of Group 2 elements and compounds · Understand the chemistry of halogens and their compounds
Module 9: Human Musculoskeletal System Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand the human skeleton and how it relates to locomotion · Know how muscles contract · Understand the development of bone
Module 10: Chemistry of Drugs and Medicines Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand the key definitions used in medicinal chemistry · Understand the significance of the molecular structure of drugs upon their function · Understand analytic methods used for drug detection · Understand the importance of isomerism in drug action · Understand the common processes involved in drug design Module 11: Nervous System Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand the basic structure and function of the nervous system · Understand the nature of nerve impulses · Understand the principles of synaptic transmission
Module 12: Chemistry of Pollution Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand the causes and effects of atmospheric pollution · Understand the effects of rising CO2 levels on the chemistry of the oceans · Understand causes and effects of pollution of the hydrosphere · Be able to evaluate sources of trace-metal pollution and their effects on local soils and/or water courses
Module 13: Endocrine System Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand terms hormone and endocrine gland · Understand homeostasis and feedback mechanisms · Understand the action of hormones
Module 14: Kinetics, Energetics, Equilibria and Acid-Base Equilibria Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand chemical kinetics · Understand energetics · Understand chemical equilibria · Understand acid-base equilibria
Module 15: Infection and Immunity Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand the contributions of Snow, Semmelweis, Pasteur, Jenner and Koch to the understanding of infectious disease · Understand how the human body responds to infection · Understand the cause and transmission of different pathogens · Understand how infections can be prevented by vaccination · Understand the mechanism of action of antibiotics
Module 16: The Cause and Control of Disease Upon successful completion of this module, you will: · Understand categories and causes of human disease · Understand the epidemiology of a named disease · Understand measures for disease prevention
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Your UCAS application for university entry will cost £28.50
Learning is assessed in a variety of methods to prepare you to study at university. These may include essays, report writing, online assessment, and presentations.
You must achieve 60 credits at Level 3 to be awarded the Access to HE Diploma:
Graded - 45 are Graded Credits in Academic Modules at Pass, Merit or Distinction
Ungraded: 15 are Ungraded Credits in Study Skills.
You will be able to progress to university for an undergraduate degree or degree apprenticeship if you meet the entry requirements of your specific undergraduate course.
You will apply through UCAS – more details can be found via this website - https://www.ucas.com/
Learners who complete this qualification can progress to university for an Undergraduate Degree or Degree Apprenticeships
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