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  • Accreditation by Skills & Education Group Access
  • 100% online learning
  • 19 units
  • 600 notional learning hours

Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) – Biochemical Pathway

This Course at a Glance 

  • Start a career in the most vital area of science 
  • Gain the skills to make life-changing discoveries 
  • Course completion possible within a year  
  • Study a degree without A Levels 
  • Flexible payment methods 
  • 100% online learning 
  • No exams 

About your Diploma 

If you were amazed and intrigued by the scientific experiments you performed in school, you could get qualified for a career that relies on this interest and thirst for knowledge.  

Biochemical science is the combination of biology and chemistry studies. It examines the structures and functions of cells to gain a better understanding of how living systems operate, survive and die. 

Because all life depends on biochemical reactions and processes, biochemistry is arguably the most important avenue of science. The discoveries and breakthroughs biochemists make drive change in health, science and industrial sectors, and are responsible for the creation of essential diagnostic tools, therapies and medicines. Without biochemical research, we wouldn’t be able to sustain life like we do today.   

If you want your career to contribute to protecting life on Earth, studying an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) - Biochemical Pathway, will help you get started. The qualification is equivalent to three A Levels, so you can progress onto university. Plus, the knowledge you gain will prepare you for a number of fascinating degree topics. 

Throughout this course, you will study modules that cover the typical scope of biochemistry. Such as the atomic structure, the Periodic Table, human nutrition, cell division and heredity. The knowledge you gain allows you to move towards an array of careers in medical science, such as a Pharmacologist, Forensic Scientist or Dentist! 

Getting Started 

Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the UK’s leading distance learning providers. Our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) - Biochemical Pathway is a Level 3 nationally recognised qualification. It is also regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). 

Studied online, you can work towards your science-related future outside of your current commitments. So, there is no issue if you have to balance a full-time job or childcare with your studies.  

You will have up to two years to complete the course. Though, the freedom to move through the modules at your own pace allows most of our students to complete their Access to HE Diploma within 9-12 months.  

Once enrolled, you will be provided with an Individual Learning Plan that outlines the submission deadlines for your assignments, to help you stay on track throughout your studies. 

*Please note, entry requirements differ between universities, so it’s always best to check with your chosen institution that your qualification will be accepted before enrolling on a course.  

On successful completion of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) – Biochemical Pathway, (QAA ref = 40014411), you will receive a Skills & Education Group Access, QAA recognised, Access to Higher Education Diploma at Level 3. As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance on your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma.

An access validating agency with a strong social purpose to recognise achievement, particularly for those who have benefited least from their previous educational experiences, Skills and Education Group Access supports the needs of learners, providers, businesses and communities.

You must hold Level 2 qualifications in both English and Maths, or be working towards them alongside studying your Access to Higher Education Diploma. You also need to have a UK address to enrol.

University Entry Criteria

It must be reiterated that each university will set its own admission criteria. So, you must check with your desired institution if your Access to HE Diploma and other qualifications will be accepted.

In many cases, to get started on healthcare courses at university, you will need:

  • A certain number of credits passed with a merit or a distinction grade
  • A face-to-face interview at the university
  • Literacy and numeracy assessments provided by the university
  • Course-related work placements or work experience
  • GCSE Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2 such as Functional Skills/Key Skills, etc.)

It is your responsibility to check that your Access to HE Diploma will be accepted as part of these entry requirements for your chosen degree. learndirect will not be held accountable if completing this Access to Higher Education Diploma doesn’t secure you a position with a higher education institution.

Minimum age restriction

This course is ideally suited to those who have completed full-time education but have not achieved the grades required to get into university.

Average completion timeframe

The average time it takes our learners to complete the course is 9-12 months.

Assessment requirements

A range of assessment methodologies are used, including: academic report, essay, scenario analysis, illustrated report, presentation (video and audio recording), revision guide, series of questions, work sheet, academic writing skills tasks

Exams required

There are no exams included in the assessment of the course.

Membership required?

No membership is required to enrol on this course.

Additional requirements

Learners must be actively studying for a minimum of six months before results can be ratified and certificates ordered. The six month period does not start until you have passed unit 2 of your course and you must be submitting assignments regularly (in line with the deadlines in your Individual Learning Plan) to meet this six month requirement. Certificates can only be issued once your course is paid for in full.

Certification Timeframe

You can expect to receive your certificate 12-16 weeks from your final assignment being marked and graded, depending on the time of year. You will be provided with regular updates throughout the certification process so that you are fully informed of your individual timeframes.

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Unit 1: Exploring Cellular Structure and Activity

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand cellular structure.
  • Understand the processes and products of cellular metabolism.
  • Understand cellular growth, division, and the impact of cancer at a cellular level.

Unit 2: Writing and Studying Academic Texts

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to write academically and with relevance.
  • Be able to interpret and express ideas in a piece of academic work.
  • Be able to analyse and summarise text, and appreciate the problems caused by plagiarism.

Unit 3: Planning and Writing an Assignment

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to select and assess appropriate source information in response to a task.
  • Be able to reference sources used in a recognised style.
  • Understand different reading strategies.
  • Be able to take effective notes.
  • Be able to plan, draft and produce a written assignment.

Unit 4 Cell Division and Genetic Variation

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand cell division.
  • Understand genetic variation.

Unit 5: Introduction to Human Reproduction

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the structure and function of the human reproductive systems.
  • Understand how hormones regulate the reproductive system.
  • Understand the development of human life from the stage of conception to birth.

Unit 6: Exploring Trigonometric Functions, Ratios and Rules

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to use trigonometric functions and ratios.
  • Be able to solve equations and problems by employing trigonometric rules.
  • Be able to construct proofs by applying trigonometric.
  • Be able to illustrate trigonometric functions graphically.

Unit 7: The role of human nervous system and endocrine system in homeostasis

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand how the human nervous system is structured and how it functions.
  • Understand endocrine system regulation.
  • Understand the role of the endocrine system and the nervous system in maintaining homeostasis in humans.

Unit 8: Immunity and Disease Defence

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand examples of first and second line defence against disease.
  • Understand third line immunity and immune disorders.
  • Understand vaccinations.

Unit 9: Health and Disease

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the categories of disease and contraction of an infectious disease.
  • Understand the epidemiology of a chosen disease or condition.
  • Understand the preventative action available for a specific disease or condition.

Unit 10: Interaction of the Human Muscular and Skeletal Systems

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the structure of the human muscular system.
  • Understand the structure and function of the skeletal system.
  • Understand the musculoskeletal system in terms of locomotion, growth, and repair.

Unit 11: Human Digestive System and Dietary Needs

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the structure and functions of the human digestive system.
  • Understand how to achieve a balanced diet in humans.
  • Understand the importance of a balanced diet and dietary needs at different stages of the human lifespan.

Unit 12: The Structure of the Atom

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the properties of protons, electrons, and neutrons.
  • Understand the distribution of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom/isotope.
  • Understand s, p, and d orbitals.
  • Understand the relationship between ionisation energies and reactivity.
  • Understand how ionisation energy data is reflected in the periodic table.

Unit 13: Arrangement and Trends in the Periodic Table

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the arrangement of elements in the periodic table.
  • Understand the periodicity of period 3 of the periodic table.
  • Understand ionisation energies in relation to period 3.
  • Understand the oxidation and reduction effects of reactions.
  • Understand reactions of the Group 2 metals.

Unit 14: Atomic Structure, Electronic Structures, and bonds

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand atomic structure and relative atomic mass.
  • Be able to write and interpret electronic structures.
  • Understand ion formation and ion bonds.
  • Understand covalent bonds formation.

Unit 15: The structure and bonding of molecules

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand electronic configuration.
  • Understand different types of chemical bond.
  • Understand polarisation and intermolecular forces.
  • Understand the structure and properties of different molecules and compounds.
  • Be able to apply electron pair repulsion theory.
  • Understand the nature of organic chemicals.

Unit 16: Hydrocarbons, Alkanes and Alkenes

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the impact of organic compounds.
  • Understand alkane structure and reactions.
  • Understand alkene structure and reactions.

Unit 17: Molarity and chemical change

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to calculate solution concentrations.
  • Understand enthalpy change.
  • Be able to analyse data to determine reaction order.
  • Understand chemical equilibrium.

Unit 18: Cellular and Subcellular Metabolism

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand cell metabolism including metabolic pathways.
  • Understand the process of producing ATP via the tricarboxylic acid cycle.
  • Understand the dark reactions phase which occurs during photosynthesis.
  • Understand how subcellular organelles generate ATP.

Unit 19: Calculus for Scientists

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to differentiate algebraic and trigonometric functions.
  • Know how to perform integration.
  • Be able to solve problems involving differentiation and integration.

 

The assignments for this course aim to prepare you for your next step in higher education while providing the number of credits necessary to achieve your qualification. At the end of each unit of study, you will need to complete an assignment which your tutor will then mark and provide you with feedback and a grade to help you to progress. 

To successfully achieve this Access to HE Diploma you will need 60 credits in total. 45 credits are taken from graded units which are focused on the academic subject areas included in the course. The remaining 15 credits are from ungraded units included to help improve your academic writing and study skills.  

As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance with your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma. 

Each unit of this course has been carefully selected to match the selection requirements of most universities with a science profile. The course also helps you prepare for university level study, as the work and assessments allow you to get familiar with academic reports and essay writing.  

What’s included:

  • All study materials
  • Study guide
  • Full tutor and Admin support
  • The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £96)
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Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) – Biochemical Pathway

This Course at a Glance 

  • Start a career in the most vital area of science 
  • Gain the skills to make life-changing discoveries 
  • Course completion possible within a year  
  • Study a degree without A Levels 
  • Flexible payment methods 
  • 100% online learning 
  • No exams 

About your Diploma 

If you were amazed and intrigued by the scientific experiments you performed in school, you could get qualified for a career that relies on this interest and thirst for knowledge.  

Biochemical science is the combination of biology and chemistry studies. It examines the structures and functions of cells to gain a better understanding of how living systems operate, survive and die. 

Because all life depends on biochemical reactions and processes, biochemistry is arguably the most important avenue of science. The discoveries and breakthroughs biochemists make drive change in health, science and industrial sectors, and are responsible for the creation of essential diagnostic tools, therapies and medicines. Without biochemical research, we wouldn’t be able to sustain life like we do today.   

If you want your career to contribute to protecting life on Earth, studying an Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) - Biochemical Pathway, will help you get started. The qualification is equivalent to three A Levels, so you can progress onto university. Plus, the knowledge you gain will prepare you for a number of fascinating degree topics. 

Throughout this course, you will study modules that cover the typical scope of biochemistry. Such as the atomic structure, the Periodic Table, human nutrition, cell division and heredity. The knowledge you gain allows you to move towards an array of careers in medical science, such as a Pharmacologist, Forensic Scientist or Dentist! 

Getting Started 

Stonebridge Associated Colleges is one of the UK’s leading distance learning providers. Our Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) - Biochemical Pathway is a Level 3 nationally recognised qualification. It is also regulated by the Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (QAA). 

Studied online, you can work towards your science-related future outside of your current commitments. So, there is no issue if you have to balance a full-time job or childcare with your studies.  

You will have up to two years to complete the course. Though, the freedom to move through the modules at your own pace allows most of our students to complete their Access to HE Diploma within 9-12 months.  

Once enrolled, you will be provided with an Individual Learning Plan that outlines the submission deadlines for your assignments, to help you stay on track throughout your studies. 

*Please note, entry requirements differ between universities, so it’s always best to check with your chosen institution that your qualification will be accepted before enrolling on a course.  

Access to Higher Education Diplomas
OUR PASS RATE
(National Average 77.1%)
83%

On successful completion of the Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science) – Biochemical Pathway, (QAA ref = 40014411), you will receive a Skills & Education Group Access, QAA recognised, Access to Higher Education Diploma at Level 3. As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance on your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma.

An access validating agency with a strong social purpose to recognise achievement, particularly for those who have benefited least from their previous educational experiences, Skills and Education Group Access supports the needs of learners, providers, businesses and communities.

Unit 1: Exploring Cellular Structure and Activity

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand cellular structure.
  • Understand the processes and products of cellular metabolism.
  • Understand cellular growth, division, and the impact of cancer at a cellular level.

Unit 2: Writing and Studying Academic Texts

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to write academically and with relevance.
  • Be able to interpret and express ideas in a piece of academic work.
  • Be able to analyse and summarise text, and appreciate the problems caused by plagiarism.

Unit 3: Planning and Writing an Assignment

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to select and assess appropriate source information in response to a task.
  • Be able to reference sources used in a recognised style.
  • Understand different reading strategies.
  • Be able to take effective notes.
  • Be able to plan, draft and produce a written assignment.

Unit 4 Cell Division and Genetic Variation

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand cell division.
  • Understand genetic variation.

Unit 5: Introduction to Human Reproduction

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the structure and function of the human reproductive systems.
  • Understand how hormones regulate the reproductive system.
  • Understand the development of human life from the stage of conception to birth.

Unit 6: Exploring Trigonometric Functions, Ratios and Rules

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to use trigonometric functions and ratios.
  • Be able to solve equations and problems by employing trigonometric rules.
  • Be able to construct proofs by applying trigonometric.
  • Be able to illustrate trigonometric functions graphically.

Unit 7: The role of human nervous system and endocrine system in homeostasis

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand how the human nervous system is structured and how it functions.
  • Understand endocrine system regulation.
  • Understand the role of the endocrine system and the nervous system in maintaining homeostasis in humans.

Unit 8: Immunity and Disease Defence

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand examples of first and second line defence against disease.
  • Understand third line immunity and immune disorders.
  • Understand vaccinations.

Unit 9: Health and Disease

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the categories of disease and contraction of an infectious disease.
  • Understand the epidemiology of a chosen disease or condition.
  • Understand the preventative action available for a specific disease or condition.

Unit 10: Interaction of the Human Muscular and Skeletal Systems

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the structure of the human muscular system.
  • Understand the structure and function of the skeletal system.
  • Understand the musculoskeletal system in terms of locomotion, growth, and repair.

Unit 11: Human Digestive System and Dietary Needs

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the structure and functions of the human digestive system.
  • Understand how to achieve a balanced diet in humans.
  • Understand the importance of a balanced diet and dietary needs at different stages of the human lifespan.

Unit 12: The Structure of the Atom

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the properties of protons, electrons, and neutrons.
  • Understand the distribution of protons, neutrons, and electrons in an atom/isotope.
  • Understand s, p, and d orbitals.
  • Understand the relationship between ionisation energies and reactivity.
  • Understand how ionisation energy data is reflected in the periodic table.

Unit 13: Arrangement and Trends in the Periodic Table

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the arrangement of elements in the periodic table.
  • Understand the periodicity of period 3 of the periodic table.
  • Understand ionisation energies in relation to period 3.
  • Understand the oxidation and reduction effects of reactions.
  • Understand reactions of the Group 2 metals.

Unit 14: Atomic Structure, Electronic Structures, and bonds

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand atomic structure and relative atomic mass.
  • Be able to write and interpret electronic structures.
  • Understand ion formation and ion bonds.
  • Understand covalent bonds formation.

Unit 15: The structure and bonding of molecules

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand electronic configuration.
  • Understand different types of chemical bond.
  • Understand polarisation and intermolecular forces.
  • Understand the structure and properties of different molecules and compounds.
  • Be able to apply electron pair repulsion theory.
  • Understand the nature of organic chemicals.

Unit 16: Hydrocarbons, Alkanes and Alkenes

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand the impact of organic compounds.
  • Understand alkane structure and reactions.
  • Understand alkene structure and reactions.

Unit 17: Molarity and chemical change

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to calculate solution concentrations.
  • Understand enthalpy change.
  • Be able to analyse data to determine reaction order.
  • Understand chemical equilibrium.

Unit 18: Cellular and Subcellular Metabolism

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Understand cell metabolism including metabolic pathways.
  • Understand the process of producing ATP via the tricarboxylic acid cycle.
  • Understand the dark reactions phase which occurs during photosynthesis.
  • Understand how subcellular organelles generate ATP.

Unit 19: Calculus for Scientists

On completion of this unit you will:

  • Be able to differentiate algebraic and trigonometric functions.
  • Know how to perform integration.
  • Be able to solve problems involving differentiation and integration.

 

The assignments for this course aim to prepare you for your next step in higher education while providing the number of credits necessary to achieve your qualification. At the end of each unit of study, you will need to complete an assignment which your tutor will then mark and provide you with feedback and a grade to help you to progress. 

To successfully achieve this Access to HE Diploma you will need 60 credits in total. 45 credits are taken from graded units which are focused on the academic subject areas included in the course. The remaining 15 credits are from ungraded units included to help improve your academic writing and study skills.  

As part of your programme, you will also receive help as well as guidance with your university application and the research you need to do to get the most out of your diploma. 

Each unit of this course has been carefully selected to match the selection requirements of most universities with a science profile. The course also helps you prepare for university level study, as the work and assessments allow you to get familiar with academic reports and essay writing.  

What’s included:

  • All study materials
  • Study guide
  • Full tutor and Admin support
  • The course fee includes the awarding body registration and certification fee (valued at up to £96)
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