Course details
Course description
Access to Biological and Chemical Sciences is run in partnership with the Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP) and is designed for adults who wish to return to education after a break of 3-5 years. You will be introduced to a range of science subjects to develop the skills and knowledge required for application to first year of a life science-related degree programme or a relevant HNC course at SCQF Level 7.
SWAP negotiate places at a range of universities for students who successfully complete their SWAP course.
The course is accepted by partner universities in lieu of other entry qualifications. It also includes intensive guidance to develop confidence, core skills and maximise the chance of successful progression to higher education.
During this Access to Biological and Chemical Sciences course you will study:
- Biology (National 5 and Higher units)
- Chemistry (National 5 and Higher units)
- Maths (National 5 units)
- Physics (National 5 unit)
- Communications (Higher level)
Find out more about the Access to Biological and Chemical Sciences course.
Entry requirements
- This course is not aimed at recent school leavers. You must have a gap in your education of three years if you have previously studied at National 5/Int 2 level or five years if you have previously studied at Higher/HNC level
- Entry to the programme is subject to interview and satisfactory performance in a core skills test covering basic numeracy, literacy and problem solving skills
- Your personal statement forms an important part of the selection process. Please outline in the personal statement section of the application form your progression route (Paramedic Science, Oral Health Science, Life Science etc.), relevant experience you already have, transferrable skills from your current employment, any exceptional circumstances that impacted on your education so far, back up courses you have considered and why you think you are suitable for the course
- Higher ESOL at grade A/B for applicants whose first language is not English
- A reference will not be required as standard but may be requested as part of the application process
For further information about the Scottish Wider Access Programme (SWAP), please visit the .
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Course details
Full time
26th Aug 2024
Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
Langside Campus
50 Prospecthill Road
Glasgow
G42 9LB