About the Course
- T
- 01 August 2025
- Science and Mathematics
- Full Time
Course Outline
BTEC Applied Science is an alternative to studying Science at A Level and develops a blend of technical and academic science skills that will support your progression to university or employment. It is a full two-year course that is equivalent to three A-Levels. The BTEC is specifically designed for those wishing to progress into Higher Education courses in the Applied Science sector before entering employment.
Entry Requirements
5 GCSEs at grade C or above including at least a C in Science (or a distinction in Level 2 Diploma in Applied Science) and a C in both English and Mathematics.
What will I learn?
You will study Biology, Chemistry, Physics, and contemporary issues within science such as forensic analysis, medical physics, disease and infection and laboratory skills.
Course Assessment
The extended diploma is the second year of this two-year qualification. This course contains a mixture of units assessed through exams, externally set and marked tasks but with more emphasis on assignments. The grades achieved for each unit are combined to give an overall final grade.
Career Progression
Our students have gone on to further study in areas such as biology, biomedical science, nursing, forensic science and chemistry. Not all students decide to go on to higher levels of study, and alternatively do apprenticeships in engineering, healthcare, and technology.
Duration
01 August 2025 - 31 July 2026
