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APPLIED SCIENCE

Course Duration
2 Years

Entry Criteria
Grade 5-5 in combined science
Grade 5 in English language

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Why study Level 3 Applied Science?

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science is intended to be an Applied General qualification for post16 students wanting to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education, and ultimately to employment, possibly in the applied science sector.

The qualification is equivalent in size to one A level and makes up a third of a typical study programme, normally alongside other A level or vocational qualifications at level 3.

How will I be assessed?

Internal Mandatory Units:

Unit 1 – Principles and Applications of Science I – This unit covers some of the key science concepts in biology, chemistry and physics.
Unit 2 – Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques – Learners will be introduced to quantitative laboratory techniques, calibration, chromatography, calorimetry and laboratory safety, which are relevant to the chemical and life science industries.
Unit 3 – Science Investigation Skills – Learners will cover the stages involved and the skills needed in planning a scientific investigation: how to record, interpret, draw scientific conclusions and evaluate.

External Assessment Topics:

Topic 1 – Principles and Applications of Science I
Topic 2 – Science Investigation Skills
Topic 3 – Principles and Applications of Science II
Topic 4 – Contemporary Issues in Science

Career opportunities and Future study

There are many pathways that work effectively with this course. Students go on to higher education, apprenticeships and employment often in pathways such as the following: