The Applied Human Biology course is designed to allow students to continue their education in science by using applied learning in order to continue on to education or employment, possibly in the health and health science sectors. With 50,000 people currently employed in the applied health science sector, and over 3 million nurses in the UK, Applied Human Biology gives students a good progression pathway into many future careers.
Five 9 to 4 grades including a 4 or better in English Language (a Level 2 pass or above in BTEC/OCR courses counts as 1 GCSE). Maths 4 If Combined Science taken: 5 5 If Triple Science taken: 5 5 5
Unit 1 – Principles of Applied Human Biology Externally assessed written exam, 1 hour 30 minutes (25% of the overall qualification). Unit 2 – Microorganisms and Infectious Disease Internally assessed portfolio (25% of the overall qualification). Unit 3 – Human Biology and Health Issues Externally set task. Students will have 3 hours to analyze and interpret an externally set stimulus (33% of the overall qualification). Unit 4, 5, 7 or 8 - Internally assessed portfolio (17% of the overall qualification)
About Education Provider
| Region | North East |
| Local Authority | Northumberland |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Whetstone Bridge Road, Hexham, NE46 3JB |
The Applied Human Biology course is designed to allow students to continue their education in science by using applied learning in order to continue on to education or employment, possibly in the health and health science sectors. With 50,000 people currently employed in the applied health science sector, and over 3 million nurses in the UK, Applied Human Biology gives students a good progression pathway into many future careers.
Five 9 to 4 grades including a 4 or better in English Language (a Level 2 pass or above in BTEC/OCR courses counts as 1 GCSE). Maths 4 If Combined Science taken: 5 5 If Triple Science taken: 5 5 5
Unit 1 – Principles of Applied Human Biology Externally assessed written exam, 1 hour 30 minutes (25% of the overall qualification). Unit 2 – Microorganisms and Infectious Disease Internally assessed portfolio (25% of the overall qualification). Unit 3 – Human Biology and Health Issues Externally set task. Students will have 3 hours to analyze and interpret an externally set stimulus (33% of the overall qualification). Unit 4, 5, 7 or 8 - Internally assessed portfolio (17% of the overall qualification)