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Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree

Entry requirements


A level

C,D,D

Access to HE Diploma

M:45

or above.

80 UCAS tariff points from International Baccalaureate qualifications.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

MMP

This does not need to be in a technical or science subject.

T Level

Pass (C and above)


in Science.

UCAS Tariff

80

from a combination of Level 3 qualifications.

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About this course


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Course option

4years

Full-time | 2024

Other options

5 years | Sandwich | 2024

Subject

General science

Ready to jumpstart your education in the sciences? Our Science Extended Degree leading to a BSc(Hons) degree aims to provide you with a solid foundational understanding of the four main disciplines of biology, chemistry, physics and maths.

On successful completion of this year (you must pass all five modules that make up the course – see ‘Modules’ section), you can continue onto the first year of your degree in the following science subject areas: 
• Biological Sciences †††
• Chemistry and Chemical Engineering †
• Forensic Science 
• Geography 
• Optometry ††
• Pharmacy ††.

Please note, many of the courses offered by the School of Applied Sciences are offered ‘with a research placement’. If you wish to progress on to a ‘with research placement’ degree will be required to achieve an overall pass of at least 50 per cent.

†Progression onto Chemical Engineering BEng(Hons) is dependent on achieving a minimum pass mark of 60 per cent in the Maths and Physics module. Progression onto Chemical Engineering MEng is also dependent on achieving a minimum pass mark of 60 per cent in the Maths and Physics module, plus an overall pass mark of at least 70 per cent.

††Progression onto Optometry and Pharmacy is dependent on meeting stringent performance levels in the Science Extended Degree. You must pass all modules with an overall pass mark of at least 70 per cent. Plus at least 70 per cent in the Chemistry module and 70 per cent in the Maths and Physics module. You may also undertake an interview with the Optometry or Pharmacy admissions staff.

†††Progression onto Biomedical Science BSc(Hons) is subject to a pass in all modules with an overall pass mark of at least 50 per cent.

**Why study Science Extended Degree Leading to a BSc(Hons) Degree?**
You could take the next steps towards achieving your goals by progressing onto the first year of a science degree. Your learning will take place in new £18.2 million facilities and state-of-the-art labs, and you’ll be supported by an Academic Skills Tutors and a Personal Tutor to help you get ahead in your studies.

This course will challenge you, open your mind to potentially new learning techniques and equip you with the scientific knowledge and practical skills needed to prepare you for your further studies.

**Global Professional Award**
At Huddersfield, you’ll study the Global Professional Award alongside your degree† so, gaining valuable qualities and experiences that could help you to get the career you want, no matter what your field of study is.

†full-time, undergraduate first degrees with a minimum duration of three years. This does not include postgraduate, foundation, top-up, accelerated or apprenticeship degrees.

**Why Huddersfield?**
Huddersfield’s vibrant and friendly campus is a great place from which to study, while the town itself offers lots to see and do, with good transport links in and around the area.

Modules

Year 1 modules include:
• Maths and Physics
• Biology
• Chemistry in Action
• Scientific Investigations
• Science Skills.

To see the full range of modules and descriptions, please visit our website. A link to this course can be found at the bottom of the page in the ‘Course contact details’ section.

Assessment methods

You’ll be taught through a series of lectures, tutorials, seminars, and laboratory practicals. Assessment will include coursework, eportfolio, projects and laboratory work in addition to examinations.

Your module specification/course handbook provides full details of the assessment criteria.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£17,600
per year
International
£17,600
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Republic of Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

Extra funding

Please see our website for more information - http://www.hud.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-finance/undergraduate-scholarships/

The Uni


Course location:

University of Huddersfield

Department:

Department of Chemical Sciences (SCHEMSCI)

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International students
49%
Male students
51%
Female students
30%
First year drop out rate

Most popular A-Levels studied (and grade achieved)

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C

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