A career in Life Sciences

A stepping stone to university

If you are thinking about studying for a Science degree, studying at Fife College is the perfect stepping stone between school and university.

Not only will you develop independent research skills that will stand you in good stead for university, but our HNC and HND courses offer a range of articulation and progression routes to degree courses at top universities all across Scotland.

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In many cases, completing your HND at Fife College means that you can enter university at year 2 or year 3 of your chosen degree course.

Completing your Science HND at Fife College also opens the door for dozens of possible progression routes to top universities, including:

• University of Stirling
• University of Aberdeen
• University of the West of Scotland
• Abertay University
• The Open University
• Queen Margaret University
• University of the Highlands and Islands

Studying at Fife College

All of our Science courses are delivered in state-of-the-art labs by our expert staff. You’ll develop practical lab skills, as well as relevant knowledge. All of this means that when you complete your course, you’ll be ready for your next step.

With facilities including state-of-the-art laboratories and instrumentation areas, you can be sure you will gain all the skills you need for your chosen career at Fife College.

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Career options

A career in science involves a lot of creativity and excitement as you explore ideas on how the world works and then test them. A good foundation of skills and knowledge can lead you into a whole host of fulfilling and interesting careers.

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There are many exciting careers available in the industry:

• Biomedical support worker
• Laboratory technician
• Research assistant
• Technical Apprentice
• Laboratory assistant (research and diagnostic)
• Modern Apprentice

Courses as flexible as you are

Not everyone is able to commit to full-time study. If you’ve got a busy life, with family and work commitments, it’s not easy to find the time.

That's why we offer a range of part-time courses to help you learn something new and get the skills you need for the job you want.

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You can study the following part-time with us:

• National Certificate: Applied Science SCQF Level 5
• National Certificate: Applied Science SCQF Level 6
• Professional Development Award: Laboratory Science SCQF Level 7
• HNC: Applied Science SCQF Level 7
• HND: Applied Biological Sciences SCQF Level 8
• HND: Applied Science SCQF Level 8
• Higher: Human Biology SCQF Level 6
• SVQ: Healthcare Support SCQF Level 5
• SVQ: Laboratory Science and Associated Technical Activities SCQF Level 7
• SVQ: Life Sciences and Related Industries SCQF Level 7