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. 1st year: Foundation Diploma (Equivalent to 1.5 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
6 units assessed by a combination of internally marked assignments and external exams. Mandatory units include: Principles and applications of science 1, Practical scientific Procedures and techniques, Science investigation skills, laboratory techniques and their application. Two further optional units in biology and/or chemistry will also be completed 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. 1st year: Foundation Diploma (Equivalent to 1.5 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
6 units assessed by a combination of internally marked assignments and external exams. Mandatory units include: Principles and applications of science 1, Practical scientific Procedures and techniques, Science investigation skills, laboratory techniques and their application. Two further optional units in biology and/or chemistry will also be completed through internally marked assignments.