Access To Higher Education Diploma - Biomedical Sciences Level 3
This access course will prepare you for entry into Higher Education and the Access Diploma is a recognised qualification that universities accept as an entry route in to degree courses.
Key information
Course aims and areas
Biomedical scientists learn skills and gain qualifications that can be transferred all over the UK and recognised worldwide. Biomedical science represents an opportunity to put scientific knowledge into practical use and perform a key role within medical healthcare. For example, when you have visited hospital and had a sample taken from you by a doctor or nurse these would have been analysed by a biomedical scientist, without whom it would not be possible to diagnose illness and evaluate the effectiveness of the necessary treatment.You will study biology and chemistry; you will also have the opportunity to choose a topic for study to produce an Independent Research Project.
The Access course also prepares you for Higher Education by increasing self confidence in your learning ability as well as developing the necessary academic skills such as essay writing and research skills.
This course will enable you to apply to a variety of life science degree courses such as Pharmacy, Dietetics, Nutrition, Biomedical Sciences, Genetics, Biochemistry and Veterinary medicine.
Course Units
- Cells
- Genes
- Body Movement
- Biochemical Pathways
- Microbiology and Immunology
- Fundamental Chemistry
- Amounts of Matter
- Organic Molecules
- Equilibrium
- Biochemistry
- Chemistry for Biology
- Scientific Investigative Skills
- Extended Independent Academic Study (Science)
- Mathematics for the Natural Sciences
- Communication and Presentation Skills
- Essay Skills
- Reviewing and Planning for the Future
- Using ICT For Study
Why the MET?
This is a one year part time course with excellent preparation for university.
Our experienced teaching staff are passionate about their areas of expertise and are committed to helping you to attain your learning goals and meet your personal aims.
Over 90% of our students had sufficient grades to enter the course of their first choice in UCAS application.
Without a doubt, one of the reasons we know you will love studying at Brighton MET is the location of our central campus.
Right in the heart of Brighton’s world-famous North Laine, the College is within walking distance of all the city’s main amenities – the award-winning city library, the independent shops and eateries and the beach.
Entry Requirements
How to apply
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How to applyWhat's next?
Successful completion of the course enables students to progress on to courses such as foundation degrees in biological sciences and degrees in biomedical science, molecular biology, molecular medicine, environmental science, nutrition, genetics, science teaching, forensic science.
There are many careers such as working in NHS laboratories and hospitals and the public health laboratory service.
Biomedical scientists are also employed in a variety of roles including the veterinary service, the health and safety executive, the medical research council, university and forensic laboratories, pharmaceutical and product manufacturers and various government departments.
- Our science department benefits from large teaching rooms and two specialised chemistry and microbiology labs
- Online access to course documents, resources and study support through the MET’s virtual learning environment
- Access to student services, including career advice and additional learning support
- Cafés and coffee bars with a wide range of reasonably priced meals, snacks and drinks
- A travel agency and a hair and beauty salon, both open to the public
It is essential that you do some reading in preparation for your course so a starting point would be to look at GCSE and/or AS level science text books.
You should also be listening to and reading about current 'science' news stories.
It is also essential to research courses and universities prior to starting the course to help with your university application which takes place in the first term.
Careers
Chemical scientist
Typical Tasks:
- Develops experimental procedures, instruments and recording and testing systems.
- Conducts experiments to identify chemical composition, energy and chemical changes in natural substances and processed materials.
- Analyses results and experimental data.
- Tests techniques and processes for reliability under a variety of conditions.
- Develops procedures for quality control of manufactured products.
Industry Insights
ENTRY £17,316
AVERAGE £26,988
POTENTIAL £39,702
- Reading Comprehension
- Science
- Active Learning
- Monitoring
- Critical Thinking
- Mathematics
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Speaking
- Learning Strategies
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Senior Scientist
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Analytical Chemist (API Development)
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Laboratory technician
Typical Tasks:
- Sets up and assists with the construction and the development of scientific apparatus for experimental, demonstration or other purposes.
- Prepares and analyses body fluids, secretions and/or tissue to detect infections or to examine the effects of different drugs.
- Grows cultures of bacteria and viruses, prepares tissue sections and other organic and inorganic material for examination and stains and fixes slides for microscope work.
- Operates and services specialised scientific equipment, undertakes prescribed measurements and analyses and ensures that sterile conditions necessary for some equipment are maintained.
- Records and collates data obtained from experimental work and documents all work carried out.
Industry Insights
ENTRY £13,475
AVERAGE £19,110
POTENTIAL £29,016
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Learning
- Science
- Writing
- Mathematics
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Learning Strategies
- Monitoring
- Speaking
Current Vacancies on Indeed
Laboratory Technician
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Laboratory Technician
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Senior Medical Laboratory Assistant - Histology
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Healthcare Science Support Worker (Medical Laboratory Assistant)
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Research or development manager
Typical Tasks:
- Establishes product design and performance objectives in consultation with other business functions.
- Liaises with production departments to investigate and resolve manufacturing problems.
- Develops research methodology, implements and reports upon research investigations undertaken.
- Plans work schedules, assigns tasks and delegates responsibilities to the research and development team.
- Monitors the standards of scientific and technical research undertaken by the research team.
Industry Insights
ENTRY £25,331
AVERAGE £41,847
POTENTIAL £66,398
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Learning
- Critical Thinking
- Science
- Mathematics
- Writing
- Monitoring
- Speaking
- Active Listening
- Learning Strategies
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Design Manager
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Civil Design Engineer
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Environment professional
Typical Tasks:
- Identifies contamination of land, air or water and assesses any adverse impact on the environment.
- Advises on and provides solutions for mitigating the effects of such contamination.
- Implements remediation works.
- Carries out environment-related desk-based research and fieldwork to collect, analyse and interpret data to determine their validity, quality and significance.
- Carries out environmental audits and environmental impact assessments.
- Communicates scientific and technical information to relevant audiences in an appropriate form, via reports, workshops, educational events, public hearings.
- Assists organisations to conduct their activities in an environmentally appropriate manner.
- Implements, reviews and advises on regulatory and legislative standards, guidelines and policies.
- Provides professional guidance to clients, government agencies, regulators and other relevant bodies, having regard for sustainable approaches and solutions.
Industry Insights
ENTRY £21,587
AVERAGE £33,852
POTENTIAL £49,394
- Reading Comprehension
- Active Learning
- Active Listening
- Writing
- Critical Thinking
- Monitoring
- Speaking
- Learning Strategies
- Mathematics
- Science