This module provides an introduction to the skills needed for undergraduate academic study, with a particular focus on those of writing, to ensure a successful entry into level 4 of the BSc programmes of the School of Applied Sciences.
This module is designed to provide students with the mathematical knowledge and skills necessary for transition to level 4 study of science subjects. The module is designed for a mixed cohort of students with some prior learning experience and students with below A-level mathematical background.
This module is designed to introduce the fundamental principles of biology at a foundational level. It serves as a preparatory module for students who plan to undertake a science-based degree programme. Areas of study will include the organisation of living things, control and coordination of biological processes and genetics.
This module will deliver foundation knowledge in nutrition, covering the basics of the science of nutrition, supporting students to progress to study baking, bioscience, biomedical, forensic science, sports science or psychology. The module will provide both scientific information and skills required to interpret nutritional guidelines into practical recommendations.
This module serves as a preparatory module for students intending to go onto study Psychology at Bachelor’s level. It introduces students to five major approaches to psychology: psychodynamic, humanistic, behaviourist, cognitive and biological. Attention is given to the history of these approaches and the development of psychology as a science. The explanations given by each approach for key topics in psychology, such as personality, aggression and mental illness will be discussed, contrasted, and compared.
This module serves as a preparatory module for students intending to go onto study Psychology at Bachelor’s level. The module will explore selected issues in the major areas of psychology. It will focus on the empirical as well as the conceptual aspects of these issues. In the seminars, students will be helped to develop the ability to read and interpret primary sources related to these issues.
