NC Intermediate 2 to Higher Science Subjects
SCQF Level 5 - 6
If you are fascinated by the way Science helps us understand our world, this course will give you a practical insight into the way Science really works. The course offers an interesting mix of Science subjects at Intermediate 2 and Higher level, and provides both an excellent introduction to further study at HNC level and an internationally recognised set of qualifications in its own right. The flexibility in this course allows you to choose the subjects that will satisfy your future plans.
What You Study
Can include:
- Biology – Intermediate 2 or Higher
- Chemistry – Intermediate 2 or Higher
- Managing Environmental Resources – Higher
- Laboratory Skills
- Physics
- Communication
- Information Technology
- Numeracy/Maths
Duration and Attendance
One or two years full-time depending on qualifications and experience. Please refer to entry requirements.
Entry Requirements
First Year Entry:
- Numeracy/Mathematics at Access 3 and Communication at Intermediate 1
Second Year Entry:
- 4 Standard Grades at Grade 2 or above or equivalent including Chemistry, Biology, Maths or English
Entry level will be determined at an information session to meet with tutors.
Further Study
- HNC Applied Sciences
- HND Applied Chemistry
- HND Applied Biological Sciences
- HND Biomedical Sciences
- HND Environmental Sciences
- First year of a degree at many Scottish Universities (Scottish Wider Access Programme)
Career Opportunities
- Laboratory Technician
- Careers in Science, Sports Science or Food Science can lead on from this course
This course is currently offered on the date(s) and venue(s) listed below.
| Full Time |
Intermediate Stream |
05 Sep 2011
|
15 Jun 2012
|
Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) |
course full |
| Full Time |
Higher Stream |
05 Sep 2011
|
15 Jun 2012
|
Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) |
course closed |
| Part Time Day |
|
05 Sep 2011
|
15 Jun 2012
|
Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) |
apply online
|
| Full Time |
Intermediate Stream |
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) |
apply online
|
| Full Time |
Higher Stream |
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) |
apply online
|
| Part Time Day |
|
03 Sep 2012
|
14 Jun 2013
|
Glenrothes (Stenton Campus) |
apply online
|
While we make every attempt to ensure the accuracy of course information, this is
subject to change, as part of our continuous improvement process.