Applied Science (Chemistry/Biology Route)

Course description

This wide-ranging, advanced level course covers key theoretical and practical aspects of biological and chemical sciences.

This is a wide-ranging course covering the theoretical and practical aspects of modern sciences. You will specialise in two of the major branches of science – chemistry and biology.

This will provide the opportunity to further enhance practical skills and innovation, project management and presentation. These aspects will prove of great value s you progress to further study or employment.

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

This course is a Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) programme. This means that you are required to have access to your own laptop computer, netbook or similar device in class each day that you are in college.

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If you do not already own a suitable device you can apply for a student loan from SAAS, if eligible, to fund the cost of purchasing a device.

Find out more about student loans here

Learning outcome

HND Applied Science

Whether you wish to progress in your studies or enter the world of work, North East Scotland College has excellent progression opportunities, with links to eight universities across Scotland and great relationships with industry employers.

Employment: opportunities are typically at technician or researcher level in science-related industries. Examples of employers include Balmoral Group, Champion Technologies, Intertek, SGS, Core Labs (within oil and gas), hospital labs, LEA school technicians and organisations in the food industry who need to conduct microbiology testing.