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Access to HE Diploma (Science), Biomedical Pathway: complete syllabus

Step into the science behind diagnosis and discovery. The Access to HE Diploma (Science), Biomedical Pathway prepares adult learners for Biomedical Science BSc programmes, focused on genetics, microbiology, cell biology, and molecular science. Level 3, OCN London, 100% online, up to 144 UCAS points.

Updated: 28 May 2026Last reviewed: 5 May 2026

15 units · 0 lessons · 60 total credits · 12 to 18 months

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Unit 1 · 3 credits · Level 3

Academic Skills for Science

Learning outcomes (3)

Write a structured scientific laboratory report
Apply Harvard referencing to scientific journal articles
Interpret and present scientific data graphically

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Unit 2 · 6 credits · Level 3

Cell Biology and Molecular Science

Learning outcomes (3)

Compare prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell organisation
Explain the regulation of the cell cycle and the consequences of its disruption
Describe the mechanisms of receptor-mediated cell signalling

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Unit 3 · 6 credits · Level 3

Molecular Biology and Genetics

Learning outcomes (3)

Describe the biochemical process of DNA replication and repair
Explain the principles of PCR and gel electrophoresis
Analyse a pedigree chart to determine an inheritance pattern

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Access to HE Diploma (Science), Biomedical Pathway: complete syllabus

Academic Skills for Science

Cell Biology and Molecular Science

Molecular Biology and Genetics

Biochemistry

Microbiology

Immunology

Haematology and Blood Science

Pathology and Disease Mechanisms

Laboratory Science Principles

Clinical Biochemistry

Research Methods in Biomedical Science

Pharmacology

Biotechnology and Genomics

Ethics and Professional Practice in Science

Extended Research Project