This course allows you to continue developing your Science skills through a varied range of topics covering Physics, Chemistry and Biology. You will develop knowledge and understanding of some key concepts in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and be able to apply these to real life situations. 2nd year: Extended Diploma (Equivalent to 3 A Levels) This course allows you to continue developing your Science skills through a varied range of topics covering Physics, Chemistry and Biology. You will develop knowledge and understanding of some key concepts in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and be able to apply these to real life situations. Study will include practical work, note taking, presentations, class discussion and tutorials. Access to a computer will help with research and portfolio completion. We will use visits where this can support your learning.
• You will usually need to have achieved 5 or more GCSE grades 9 – 4 including English Language and Maths. • 5 or more GCSE’s at grade A*-C/9-4 including • English and Maths at grade C/4 and • Grade 444 or above in separate sciences or • Grade 44 or above in combined science or, • Level 2 vocational course in science with at least M, M
A further 7 units to be completed, following a similar structure to the year 1 programme. Assessment will again be through externally marked exams and internally marked assignments. Mandatory units include: Principles and applications of science 2, Investigative project, Contemporary issues in science. A further 4 optional units in biology, chemistry and physics will be assessed through internally marked assignments.
About Education Provider
| Region | East Midlands |
| Local Authority | Leicester |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Colin Grundy Drive, Leicester, LE5 1GA |
This course allows you to continue developing your Science skills through a varied range of topics covering Physics, Chemistry and Biology. You will develop knowledge and understanding of some key concepts in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and be able to apply these to real life situations. 2nd year: Extended Diploma (Equivalent to 3 A Levels) This course allows you to continue developing your Science skills through a varied range of topics covering Physics, Chemistry and Biology. You will develop knowledge and understanding of some key concepts in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and be able to apply these to real life situations. Study will include practical work, note taking, presentations, class discussion and tutorials. Access to a computer will help with research and portfolio completion. We will use visits where this can support your learning.
• You will usually need to have achieved 5 or more GCSE grades 9 – 4 including English Language and Maths. • 5 or more GCSE’s at grade A*-C/9-4 including • English and Maths at grade C/4 and • Grade 444 or above in separate sciences or • Grade 44 or above in combined science or, • Level 2 vocational course in science with at least M, M
A further 7 units to be completed, following a similar structure to the year 1 programme. Assessment will again be through externally marked exams and internally marked assignments. Mandatory units include: Principles and applications of science 2, Investigative project, Contemporary issues in science. A further 4 optional units in biology, chemistry and physics will be assessed through internally marked assignments.