Applied Science (Biomedical Science) - Level 3 Extended Diploma
Start Date: 1st September 2025
Code: PFFC02082
- Further Education
- Full-time
- Coleraine
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Essentials
Duration: 2 Years Full-time
Start date: 1st September 2025
End date: 4th June 2027
Information Event: Yes
Course fee: FREE (Eligibility criteria may apply)
Successful students automatically progress to the second year of the Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma.
Course Content
The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science qualification is a two-year programme of study which is equivalent to three A-Levels in applied science.
This programme of study aims to provide learners with the laboratory skills and scientific knowledge they will need to progress on to third level education and careers in science.
Students that successfully complete year one of this programme will be awarded an Extended Certificate in Applied Science (1 A-Level equivalent) and will progress to year two of the Extended Diploma to complete their studies and achieve the 3 A-Level equivalents.
The subjects covered throughout the two years cover a wide range of STEM topics and aim to provide the learner with a strong foundation in applied science. Project work is an essential component of this course of study through which we aim to enhance the learner’s research, scientific writing, and laboratory practical skills. The programme consists of 13 units over two years which include topics such as:
- Research Project
- Practical laboratory skills
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Biology
- Infectious Diseases
- Chemistry
- Microbiology
- Biomedical Science
- Mathematics and Statistics for Science
Students that complete this course progress to university courses in science and healthcare or to employment in the science industry.
p>Applied Science students Ryan and Niamh share their experiences of what it is like to study this course at the College.
Special Features
- An additional level 2 qualification.
- An annual Biomedical and Nutrition Workshop at Ulster University, Coleraine.
- UCAS guidance and support through application.
- Project-based learning.
- Vocational visits and guest speakers.
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This course is also available in other NRC campuses.

Essential Skills
All full-time students at Northern Regional College have the opportunity to improve their English, Maths and ICT skills and gain qualifications. The qualification you take will depend on the qualification you already have. If you do not have a grade C or above in GCSE English, Maths or ICT, you MUST complete Essential Skills; this will form a compulsory part of your timetable. If you are planning to go on to further study (for example university), please check if a GCSE qualification (rather than Essential Skills Level 2 equivalent) is required. For those who have a GCSE grade D in Maths or English, we offer a GCSE fast-track course.
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