The qualification will give you an understanding of the essential theoretical and practical scientific knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to begin a professional career in a science industry or move on to Further/ higher Education. The course consists of three core units plus one specialist unit (to total 360 guided learning hours). The Level 3 Certificate is completed in year 12 and the Extended Certificate in year 13
A recommendation of at least grade 5/5 in Combined Science and 4 in both English and Maths is also advisable. Certificate at the end of Year 1 and Extended Certificate at the end of Year 2.
This includes the study of the above units with the addition of: 3. Science Investigation Skills. This unit is assessed through a written task (Part B) worth 60 marks. The task is set and marked by Pearson and will be completed in one sitting, within a supervised assessment session timetabled by Pearson. The assessment task will assess learners’ ability to plan, record, process, analyze, and evaluate scientific findings, using primary and secondary information/data. In order to complete the written task in Part B, learners will need to obtain results/observations from the practical investigation in Part A. 4. Physiology of Human Body Systems. This is assessed through internal coursework. assessed through internal coursework. The Extended Certificate is assessed through examinations totaling 58% of the final award with the remaining 42% coming from assessed coursework.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Cumberland |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Longtown Road, Brampton, CA8 1AR |
The qualification will give you an understanding of the essential theoretical and practical scientific knowledge, skills and attitudes necessary to begin a professional career in a science industry or move on to Further/ higher Education. The course consists of three core units plus one specialist unit (to total 360 guided learning hours). The Level 3 Certificate is completed in year 12 and the Extended Certificate in year 13
A recommendation of at least grade 5/5 in Combined Science and 4 in both English and Maths is also advisable. Certificate at the end of Year 1 and Extended Certificate at the end of Year 2.
This includes the study of the above units with the addition of: 3. Science Investigation Skills. This unit is assessed through a written task (Part B) worth 60 marks. The task is set and marked by Pearson and will be completed in one sitting, within a supervised assessment session timetabled by Pearson. The assessment task will assess learners’ ability to plan, record, process, analyze, and evaluate scientific findings, using primary and secondary information/data. In order to complete the written task in Part B, learners will need to obtain results/observations from the practical investigation in Part A. 4. Physiology of Human Body Systems. This is assessed through internal coursework. assessed through internal coursework. The Extended Certificate is assessed through examinations totaling 58% of the final award with the remaining 42% coming from assessed coursework.