COURSE INFORMATION

This part-time evening course provides the opportunity for you to acquire a deeper understanding of cellular processes, physiological mechanisms, communication between organisms, and the biology of populations as they apply to the human species.

  • An in depth understanding of Human Biology.
  • Halbeath Campus Dunfermline - Tuesday 6-9pm ( 3 hours class time plus minimum 3 hours self-study)
  • School of Health Science & Technology in St Johns Hospital, Livingston - Thursday 09.00-12.00pm (3 hours class time plus minimum 3 hours self study)
  • Distance learning
  • One year from the end of August-June
  • J20H 476 Human Biology: Human Cells
  • J4A3 76 Human Biology: Physiology and Health
  • J4A4 76 Human Biology: Neurobiology and Immunology
  • Course assessment
  • National 5 Biology at Grade C or above, however entry to the course may also be subject to successful completion of a diagnostic test. 
  • Mature students with relevant experience but without formal qualifications are encouraged to apply.
  • A transition course will run 1 day a week in August 2022, to help students achieve on this programme.
  • This course provides you with a biology qualification necessary for many HNC/HND courses.
  • Combined with other qualifications, this may provide the requirements for university entrance.
  • In any science field or nursing.
  • Cost: approx. £360.
  • You may be able to apply for Individual Training Account (ITA) funding up to £200. However, eligibility criteria apply so please contact the college directly if you wish to be considered for ITA funding.
  • Online then possible diagnostic assessment.