This course is a great option if you would like to study a Science subject at a higher level but don’t want to pick a single Science A Level, or feel that a course with some coursework assessment will allow you to achieve a better outcome. If you enjoy learning about the human body, the systems of health and are ambitious to learn more about fundamental scientific techniques and their application in health careers, then you will enjoy this Human Biology course. The course encompasses practicals that allow you to learn in the context of realistic workplace situations, as well as gaining relevant scientific knowledge, laboratory analytical skills and develop numerous transferable skills which will enable you to progress into any career. Valued by employers and universities, the skills gained on this vocational qualification offer a clear route into employment or higher education.
You will need to have GCSEs with 2 grade 6s and 2 grade 5s including English Language and Maths, you will also need at least a grade 4 in Science.
The course is assessed by a combination of external exams and assessed coursework. During Year 1, you will take an external exam; the Principles of Applied Human Biology and a coursework unit Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. In Year 2 there is an external exam in Human Biology and Health Issues as well as 1 optional unit.
About Education Provider
| Region | West Midlands |
| Local Authority | Dudley |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Whittingham Road, Halesowen, B63 3NA |
This course is a great option if you would like to study a Science subject at a higher level but don’t want to pick a single Science A Level, or feel that a course with some coursework assessment will allow you to achieve a better outcome. If you enjoy learning about the human body, the systems of health and are ambitious to learn more about fundamental scientific techniques and their application in health careers, then you will enjoy this Human Biology course. The course encompasses practicals that allow you to learn in the context of realistic workplace situations, as well as gaining relevant scientific knowledge, laboratory analytical skills and develop numerous transferable skills which will enable you to progress into any career. Valued by employers and universities, the skills gained on this vocational qualification offer a clear route into employment or higher education.
You will need to have GCSEs with 2 grade 6s and 2 grade 5s including English Language and Maths, you will also need at least a grade 4 in Science.
The course is assessed by a combination of external exams and assessed coursework. During Year 1, you will take an external exam; the Principles of Applied Human Biology and a coursework unit Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases. In Year 2 there is an external exam in Human Biology and Health Issues as well as 1 optional unit.