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Coventry University · Undergraduate
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UndergraduateHigher National CertificateUCAS: 11FC
Applied Biosciences
Coventry UniversityCoventry, England
1 yearDuration
£1,800Per Year (Intl)
£23,000Avg. Graduate Salary
96%Satisfaction
Course Overview
The HNC Applied Biosciences at Coventry University is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about understanding living systems. Based in Coventry, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Applied biosciences explores life at all levels from chemicals, molecules and cells to organ systems, laying the foundation for a career in human health and disease. This course explores essential concepts such as chemistry, cell and molecular biology, microbiology, and anatomy and physiology. Practical aspects focus on laboratory skills specific to the subject studied and include the safe use of complex equipment, report writing and the development of accurate lab skills. International tuition fees are £1,800 per year, home/UK fees are £9,535 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 96% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years.
What You'll Learn
Fundamentals of Biochemistry
Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics
Human Anatomy and Physiology
Microbiology and Infection
Laboratory Techniques and Analysis
Quantitative Methods for Biosciences
Investigative Project in Applied Biosciences
Professional Development and Scientific Communication
UCAS Code:11FC
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| International Baccalaureate | 24 points to include Biology, Chemistry or Physics at Higher level. |
| UCAS Points | 64 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£1,800
per year
Total Course Cost (1 years)£1,800
Home Student Fee
£9,535
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Coventry University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £22,000 | £23,000 | £26,000 |
| 3 years | £17,000 | £22,500 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £22,500 | £28,500 | £34,000 |
UK subject average: £23,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ Close to UK average salary
This course
£22,500
UK average
£23,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 24% above UK average salary
This course
£28,500
UK average
£23,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £6,000 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
35%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
25%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
91%
Overall
Teaching on my course
96%Learning opportunities
97%Assessment and feedback
90%Academic support
92%Organisation and management
79%Learning resources
92%Student voice
92%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
50%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
Source: This specific course at this provider
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About Coventry University
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