Course information
Applied Sciences
Bingley Grammar School - Bradford
01274807700
Keighley Road, Bingley, BD16 2RS
Course summary

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science is intended as an Applied General qualification for post-16 learners who want 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 two A Levels . You'll learn about the important concepts in biology, chemistry and physics and explore the ways in which they are applied in the workplace, from cell biologists diagnosing diseases, materials scientists using chemistry to develop nanomaterials, to automotive engineers applying the laws of physics to designing cars. You'll spend a considerable amount of time in the laboratory, planning and carrying out scientific investigations of the kind that professionals working in the chemical and life sciences industries might undertake. There are additional optional modules covering topics such as the applications of chemistry to industry, biology applications in medicine such as genetics and genetic engineering, materials or forensic science modules and physics applications such as astronomy and space science.

Entry requirements

To study in the Sixth Form, students much achieve the general entry requirements which are a minimum of 5 x GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade 4 or above from a range of subjects including Mathematics and English Language. In addition Core & Additional Science at Grade 4 or above are required.

How you'll be assessed

Through set tasks, coursework and written examinations.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionYorkshire and the Humber
Local AuthorityBradford
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressKeighley Road, Bingley, BD16 2RS