SCQF Points
24
Commitment
160 hours
Online
Self-paced
Assessment
Assignment & Exam
Duration
9 months
No of Units
3

The Higher Human Biology course gives candidates the opportunity to understand and investigate the living world in an engaging and enjoyable way. It develops candidates’ abilities to think analytically, creatively and independently, and to make reasoned evaluations. The course provides opportunities for candidates to acquire and apply knowledge to evaluate biological issues, assess risk, make informed decisions and develop an ethical view of complex issues.

Entry Requirements

Successful completion of entry test.

No previous qualifications required. 

Progression

  • Further Study
  • Employment or Training

The course provides a broad-based, integrated study of a range of biological topics which develop the concepts of human biology. The content is set in contexts that are of particular significance and relevance to the human species. The course allows candidates to acquire a deeper understanding of cellular processes, physiological mechanisms and their impact on health, aspects of the nervous system, and defence mechanisms as they apply to the human species.

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