Year 1 1 Principles and Applications of Science I 2 Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Year 2 3 Science Investigation Skills The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and aims to give a coherent introduction to the study of the applied science sector. To be taken as part of a program of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels.
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, or equivalent with at least grade 6 (or equivalent) in the A Level subjects chosen. The minimum requirement is a grade of 5/5 in both Combined Science – Trilogy at GCSE though a grade of 6 at GCSE gives the students a more secure working knowledge of Science, to be able to successfully complete the course.
Externally assessed • 3 Written examinations in Biology, Physics, and Chemistry set and marked by Pearson. • Each is 40 minutes long and 30 marks. Internally-assessed unit The Unit is broken down into four parts, there is an internal assignment after each part which will have to be completed within a given time limit. Set task- set and marked by Pearson and completed under supervised conditions. Learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through the completion of a vocational task and an external written exam. Internally-assessed unit Unit 8 Physiology of Human Body Systems which consists of 3 assignments.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Lincolnshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Station Road, Branston, Lincoln, LN4 1LH |
Year 1 1 Principles and Applications of Science I 2 Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Year 2 3 Science Investigation Skills The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and aims to give a coherent introduction to the study of the applied science sector. To be taken as part of a program of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels.
A minimum of 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, or equivalent with at least grade 6 (or equivalent) in the A Level subjects chosen. The minimum requirement is a grade of 5/5 in both Combined Science – Trilogy at GCSE though a grade of 6 at GCSE gives the students a more secure working knowledge of Science, to be able to successfully complete the course.
Externally assessed • 3 Written examinations in Biology, Physics, and Chemistry set and marked by Pearson. • Each is 40 minutes long and 30 marks. Internally-assessed unit The Unit is broken down into four parts, there is an internal assignment after each part which will have to be completed within a given time limit. Set task- set and marked by Pearson and completed under supervised conditions. Learners take the assessment during a defined window and demonstrate understanding through the completion of a vocational task and an external written exam. Internally-assessed unit Unit 8 Physiology of Human Body Systems which consists of 3 assignments.