Applied Sciences

Barking and Dagenham College

The Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Sciences is a higher education qualification designed to provide learners with a strong technical and academic foundation for employment or progression within the applied science sector.

It is a nationally recognised qualification aligned to the Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) Level 4 and developed in collaboration with employers, professional bodies, and higher education institutions.

The programme is vocationally focused, combining theoretical scientific knowledge with extensive practical laboratory experience, ensuring learners are well prepared for real-world scientific roles.