Applied Sciences (Biology) - HNC

This HNC introduces applied biology laboratory work and the practical techniques that scientific research relies on. Learners are introduced to chromatography, qualitative infrared spectroscopy, titration and microscopy, building the hands-on skills that laboratory roles depend on. The course treats science as a field that keeps changing, so learners see how new discoveries shape everyday practice. The course prepares students for laboratory technician roles in the health and nuclear sectors, as well as in other areas of science. Completing the HNC provides a route to the HND in Biotechnology, which deepens knowledge across the core subjects. The programme is taught full time at Lakes College. Graduates gain a foundation for careers in a field where scientific practice keeps evolving as new discoveries emerge. The qualification suits learners who want to work with laboratory methods, whether they plan to move directly into employment or continue with higher education.