Science (Applied) BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate and Diploma

Course Overview

Entry Qualifications

In addition to the standard college entry criteria (see below) you must have either Grade 44  in GCSE Combined Science or Pass in BTEC Level 2 Certificate in Applied Science (Merit recommended).

What will I study?

BTEC L3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science (equivalent to 1.0 A-level) There are three mandatory units and one optional unit:

Unit 1: Principles and Application of Science I

Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques

Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills

Unit 8: Physiology of Human Body Systems

 

BTEC L3 Diploma in Applied Science (equivalent to 2.0 A-levels) There are six mandatory units and two optional units:

Unit 1: Principles and Application of Science I

Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques

Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills

Unit 4: Laboratory Techniques and their application

Unit 5: Principles and Applications of Science II

Unit 6: Investigative Project (Assignment, internally marked)

Unit 8: Physiology of Human Body Systems

Unit 11: Genetics and Genetic engineering

Optional units chosen for the course are Unit 8: Physiology of Human Body Systems and Unit 11: Genetics and Genetic engineering.

How will I study?

A very wide range of teaching styles are used on the course. There is a big emphasis on practical work. The course will give you the opportunity to develop a wide range of skills including practical skills so that you can present your work.

How is the course examined?

There is a mixture of types of assessment in the courses. Units 1, 3 and 5 will be assessed by written examinations in January or June. You will make use of results from a practical investigation that you carry out before the assessment. Units 2, 4, 8 and 11 will be assessed by assignments that are set, marked, and internally verified by staff at the college.

Where next?

This course will equip students for employment in a variety of scientific settings. Many work sectors will require you to have higher level qualifications and the course is also a good preparation for moving into higher education in many science courses including Biomedical Science.

What does the course combine well with?

Maths, Health and Social Care or any other level 3 subjects.

Equivalents:

This course is equivalent to one A-Level and has comparable UCAS points.

College Entry Requirements

A minimum of five GCSEs, or equivalent, at grade 4 – 9, including English Language and Maths.

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