HNC APPLIED SCIENCE (BIOLOGY) HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

London South Bank University

United Kingdom, London

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London South Bank University

United Kingdom , London

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

London South Bank Technical College

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines24-Sep-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Next Intake 24-Sep-2026

HNC APPLIED SCIENCE (BIOLOGY) HIGHER NATIONAL CERTIFICATE

About

Is this the course for you?

What food is good for you? Why is blood red? How is disease transmitted? How do animals reproduce? What molecules are in your food? How does the environment work? If you are asking questions like this and have a keen interest in biology, this course could be just for you.

This one-year Higher National Certificate, Level 4 qualification in Biology is an advanced, technical qualification delivered in a supportive Technical College environment with contemporary facilities.

It provides practical skills and theoretical knowledge that meet the needs of employers in a modern science industry; it prepares you for employment at technician or professional level in research and industrial laboratories, including NHS laboratories.

Gaining this industry-led qualification not only provides you with a direct route to Higher Education, including direct entry to some local university’s second year Bachelor of Science degrees, but also equips you with the specialised scientific knowledge and skills needed to fast-track your career progression in Biology and related disciplines such as health sciences.

Please note: this course is subject to final awarding body approval and validation. Please apply as normal. For more information contact Lambeth College.

Why Biology at LSBU?

star: Study this course at the new London South Bank Technical college (LSBTC) in Nine Elms, London’s buzzing Zone 1.
check-circle: This is a practical, work-based course designed in partnership with businesses across London and co-developed with London South Bank University.
link: You will be taught in a realistic work environment with access to industry-driven laboratories and digital learning spaces and get to perform experiments with real-world applications, using industry-standard equipment, and be taught how to scientifically analyse your results.
eye-dropper: You can visit local projects and workplaces as part of your course as well as benefit from wider services and support at London South Bank University.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Entry Level Requirements

Need further information? Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements.

You will need the following:

5 GCSE qualifications at grade A*-C or 9-4 (to include Maths and English and science related subjects), and
A Levels CC, in science related subjects (64 UCAS points) or,
BTEC Extended National Diploma MPP or,
Access to HE Diploma 48 credits or,
Level 3 Apprenticeship in related subject or,
Equivalent level 3 qualification (64 UCAS points)

If you do not meet the entry criteria above, we also review any previous skills, knowledge or experience you have gained outside of your education and are happy to talk through any extenuating circumstances you feel relevant.

If English is your second language and you have not undertaken your final two years of schooling in English, you must demonstrate capability in English at a standard equivalent to IELTS 5.5; Reading and Writing must be at 5.5 or equivalent.

Visit UCAS for guidance on the tariff.

Career

Careers

What to expect from your career

You will develop your understanding of key concepts, principles, and practices in biology, alongside developing your independent, critical thinking skills through a mixture of group and individual work. By the end of the course, you will be equipped with the analytical skills, knowledge and understanding necessary to progress your career or study in biologically based industries.

After successfully passing the Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Applied Sciences, you may wish to consider progressing a Higher National Diploma in Applied Biology or alternative courses at university. You may also consider one of London South Bank University’s degree courses (additional qualifications may be required).