This course is for students interested in learning about the Applied Science sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses. This course can be taken as part of a programme of study that includes other BTEC Nationals or A Levels. An optional unit is also studied to broaden the students’ understanding and to support any future career aspirations. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science is equivalent to one A Level and is comprised of four units. Three of these units are mandatory: • Principles and Applications of Science • Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques • Science Investigation Skills The remaining unit is optional and can be selected from choices such as Genetics and Genetic Engineering or Electrical Circuits and their Application.
Grade 6 in Biology/6-6 Combined Science. Grade 4 in Maths. You must have the required qualifications for the Advanced Pathway.
There are three methods by which this course will be assessed: • Assignments set and marked internally; • Tasks set and marked by the examining body; • Written examinations set and marked by the examining body.
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Wirral |
| Ofsted Rating | Requires improvement |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Wallasey Village, Wallasey, CH45 3LN |
This course is for students interested in learning about the Applied Science sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses. This course can be taken as part of a programme of study that includes other BTEC Nationals or A Levels. An optional unit is also studied to broaden the students’ understanding and to support any future career aspirations. The BTEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science is equivalent to one A Level and is comprised of four units. Three of these units are mandatory: • Principles and Applications of Science • Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques • Science Investigation Skills The remaining unit is optional and can be selected from choices such as Genetics and Genetic Engineering or Electrical Circuits and their Application.
Grade 6 in Biology/6-6 Combined Science. Grade 4 in Maths. You must have the required qualifications for the Advanced Pathway.
There are three methods by which this course will be assessed: • Assignments set and marked internally; • Tasks set and marked by the examining body; • Written examinations set and marked by the examining body.