Non-Animal Science for Colleges
A Level 3 / Further Education Pathway in Non-Animal Science — Building Transferable Scientific Skills for Today's Careers, with Clear and Fair Assessment
In Partnership with LASER Learning Awards
Introduction to Non-Animal Methods in Science: Level 3 Unit
A ready-to-teach unit that can fit any science-based diploma, whether it's health, medical or veterinary science. Mapped learning outcomes, assessment criteria and tutor guidance provided.
Module Aims
- Understand the fundamental reasons why animal testing in science is outdated, unecessary and how it can be stopped
- Learn the efficacy and applications of non-animal methods
- Understand how non-animal testing methods can be further developed to meet scientific challenges
Accreditation Status
This Level 3 unit and the broader college pathway are being co-developed with LASER Learning Awards. Unit specifications and any future rules of combination for a diploma will be finalised through LASER’s quality processes. All titles, credit values, and assessment methods remain subject to awarding-body approval.
Pathway potential: Access Diploma in Non-animal Methods in Science
Below is an outline of what a full college diploma in non-animal methods would look like. We’re inviting colleges to co-develop this into a full Access Diploma.
Title-specific — 3 credits
- Introduction to non-animal methods in science
- Understanding in vitro methods of testing
- Understanding in silico methods of testing
- Non-animal methods in cosmetic testing
- Environmental science and non-animal testing
- Non-animal methods in agrochemical safety assessment
- Regulatory frameworks & policies for non-animal science
- Communication & advocacy in non-animal science
Title-specific — 6 credits
- Comprehensive applications of non-animal testing across industries
- Independent Academic Study (Non-animal methods)
Title-related — 3 credits
- Research methods in science
- Cell biology related to non-animal science
- Science & process of drug testing and implications for non-animal methods
Ungraded units (examples)
- Study skills: research
- Study skills: essay writing
- Giving a presentation to an audience
- Skills in persuasion and change
- Fundamentals of chemistry
Status: draft for consultation. Credit sizes and rules of combination subject to awarding-body approval and centre requirements.
FAQs
Which courses can this slot into?
Access to HE, Applied Science, Health/Medical Science, T Level Science (enrichment), Veterinary Sciences, EPQ contexts, or as an options unit in FE.
Do colleges need a cell culture lab?
No — our assessments and demos avoid wet cell culture. If you have facilities, we’ll help you extend to advanced practicals.
Assessment approach
Wide range of assessments covering (but not limited to) presentation + abstract, report, and a short proposal. Marking grids provided.
Staff CPD
Title-specific — 3 credits
- Introduction to non-animal methods in science
- Understanding in vitro methods of testing
- Understanding in silico methods of testing
- Non-animal methods in cosmetic testing
- Environmental science and non-animal testing
- Non-animal methods in agrochemical safety assessment
- Regulatory frameworks & policies for non-animal science
- Communication & advocacy in non-animal science
Title-specific — 6 credits
- Comprehensive applications of non-animal testing across industries
- Independent Academic Study (Non-animal methods)
Title-related — 3 credits
- Research methods in science
- Cell biology related to non-animal science
- Science & process of drug testing and implications for non-animal methods
Ungraded units (examples)
- Study skills: research
- Study skills: essay writing
- Giving a presentation to an audience
- Skills in persuasion and change
- Fundamentals of chemistry
Status: draft for consultation. Credit sizes and rules of combination subject to awarding-body approval and centre requirements.
FAQs
Which courses can this slot into?
Access to HE, Applied Science, Health/Medical Science, T Level Science (enrichment), Veterinary Sciences, EPQ contexts, or as an options unit in FE.
Do colleges need a cell culture lab?
No — our assessments and demos avoid wet cell culture. If you have facilities, we’ll help you extend to advanced practicals.
Assessment approach
Wide range of assessments covering (but not limited to) presentation + abstract, report, and a short proposal. Marking grids provided.