Preston College Further Education Prospectus

49 www.preston.ac.uk SCIENCE “ ALUMNI PROFILE ” KIM STUDIED T-Level Science DESTINATION Studying Biomedical Science at Manchester Metropolitan University Kim joined Preston College from Moor Park High School, with aspirations to be a pharmacist, however her time at college and her industry placement at Lancaster University helped her to discover her passion for biomedical science. Kim is now going to pursue a career in this area of science. You gain so many technical skills on the T-Level, that other science courses just don’t offer. I gained a lot of experience from my industry placement. I worked in a lab and learnt about the different equipment and lab safety. I now have so much technical skills that I feel like I have an advantage over other people who won’t have had as much experience as me. BIOLOGICAL SCIENTISTS & BIOCHEMISTS Biological Scientists perform tests and study physiological and pathological characteristics within cells and other organisms. These tests and studies can be utilised to provide insight into the effects of internal and external environmental factors on life processes and other functions of living organisms. They can also be used to advise other professions such as farmers or medical staff on the nature of field crops and on the treatment and prevention of disease. You’ll typically be educated to degree level to get started in the industry. The T-Level in Science at Preston College is worth up to 168 UCAS points and can be used to gain entry to university science programmes. With experience you may wish to consider pursuing a masters or doctorate to develop your knowledge and career further. £38,094 AVERAGE SALARY 96,471 UK JOBS IN 2022 3,034 JOBS IN PRESTON CAREER SPOTLIGHT

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