FA Scientific Technologies

COURSE OVERVIEW

This course is offered as a 2 year course, however, students who already have Higher Chemistry or Biology or NPA6 Scientific Technologies can be eligible to gain direct entry into year 2 of the Apprenticeship in Scientific Technologies. PL is currently a hub school meaning that in year 1, students from other schools join us to cover this practical based course.

The Foundation Apprenticeship in Scientific Technologies aids students in gaining an in-depth understanding of the essential science theories, and learn about the mathematics and fundamental concepts of science. Students also have the opportunity to carry out scientific and technical tests using manual equipment within a laboratory.

Students will study fundamental chemistry concepts whilst gaining confidence in a wide range of chemical and biological experimental techniques. Whilst students attend their allocated research facility, they will record and gather evidence of their lab work and complete a variety of experiment based work in order to pass three skills-based SVQ units.

Most of the theory based learning will take place in year 1 of the qualification and the skills based learning and employer work placement will take place in year 2 of the programme however we aim to have a combination across the two years. Throughout the two year course students are expected to pass a range of internal assessments relevant to the course subject. As the course follows a two year programme, there is no partial award or credit at the end of year 1. For this reason, students must be committed to completing the course in its entirety.

Employers currently involved with the programme include:

- Charles River Laboratories

- Scottish Rural College

- University of Edinburgh

For further information please visit:https://www.apprenticeships.scot/browse-frameworks/foundation-apprenticeships/scientific-technologies/individual-scientific-technologies/