Biology National 5
Study mode: You take fewer course units/modules per week compared to full time.
Course type: National 5
Start in: August
Learning mode: You attend classes in person at the local campus or learning centre., You access classes and/or materials digitally.
Duration: Part-Time: 1 year
How: You attend classes at scheduled times, shown on your timetable.
What is special about this course?
This course provides a strong foundation for progressing to Higher Biology or Higher Human Biology.
Through a combination of theory, practical investigations and scientific enquiry, you'll learn how biological systems function and how biology influences everyday life. You'll study topics including cell biology, genetics, evolution, biodiversity, food production and the transport systems of plants and animals. Along the way, you'll develop problem solving, analytical and investigative skills that are valuable across a wide range of careers and further study options.
The course also helps you become a confident and informed learner who is able to understand and evaluate science-based information.
Special Features
- Study part-time alongside employment or another full-time course
- Develop practical scientific investigation and enquiry skills through hands on learning
- Covers the full National 5 Biology curriculum in preparation for the exam in May
No formal entry requirements however a National 4 in a science subject may be beneficial.
Course content includes:
- Cell biology - cell structure; transport across cell membranes; DNA and the production of proteins; proteins; genetic engineering; respiration.
- Biology: multicellular organisms - producing new cells; control and communication; reproduction; variation and inheritance; transport systems - plants; transport systems - animals; absorption of materials.
- Biology: life on Earth - ecosystems; distribution of organisms; photosynthesis; energy in ecosystems; food production; evolution of species.
How will I study my course?
- Part Time
- Online
You will study online through our Virtual Learning Environment (VLE) with support from your lecturer; however, you will be required to attend a prelim and a practical assignment. The SQA exam can be sat on campus or at another agreed centre closer to your home.
How long will my course last?
1 YearCourse cost: £352
Online Part time or Face to face (Wednesdays)
- UHI Moray
Start date
August
Fees
If you are studying part time and are on low income or in receipt of certain benefits your course fees may be covered by a fee waiver.
If you are not Ordinarily Resident in Scotland, you may need to pay course fees.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
Funding
Our Student Finance Advisers can advise you on all aspects of student funding. The support available depends upon your personal circumstances.
Please refer to our Fees and Funding section for more information.
Additional costs
If you are studying part time and are on low income or in receipt of certain benefits your course fees may be covered by a fee waiver.
Equipment
You will be required to purchase a National 5 Biology textbook (approx £24) and a scientific calculator (approx. £10). If you are eligible for a bursary these costs will be covered.
What can I do on completion of my course?
Successful completion of this course provides an exit pathway to employment in a laboratory.
Alternatively, you can progress onto the following programmes:
- Any Science subject at Higher Level
- Environmental science and sustainability (SCQF Level 6)
Apply for Biology National 5
We are delighted that you are thinking about studying at UHI Moray. UHI Moray operates a fair and open admissions system committed to equality of opportunity and non-discrimination. We consider all applications on merit and on the basis of ability to achieve, without discrimination on grounds of age, disability, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity status, race, religion and/or belief, sex, sexual orientation or socio-economic background. We welcome applications from all prospective students and aim to provide appropriate and efficient services to students with disabilities.