BTEC National Qualifications provide a broad introduction to Level 3 science that gives learners transferable knowledge and skills. They prepare students for a range of HE courses and job roles relating to a particular sector. The learner centred approach means that, as well as having examinations, students are able to complete project-based assessments which count towards their final qualification. The mandatory units cover an equal amount of chemistry, biology and physics, but in our selection of optional units we intend to focus on those with a biology or chemistry content e.g. Physiology of Human Body Systems. This might make our proposed Applied Science course an appropriate choice for a student intent on a career in a particular occupational area, such as biomedical science or analytical and forensic science, but for whom A-level biology or chemistry might be a demanding option. Units to be covered: • Unit 1: Principles and Application of Science • Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques • Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills • Unit 4: Physiology of Human Body Systems
Before being accepted into the Sixth Form on our standard academic programme, we would normally expect you to have acquired a minimum of five GCSE passes at grade 5 or above on the new 9-1 grading scale (grade C and above for A*-G Welsh and some iGCSE programmes). However, individual circumstances and choice of subjects are taken into account. A prospective student for an individual A-level subject should achieve at least a grade 5 in that subject at GCSE. In some subjects, higher GCSE grades are required. Modern foreign languages require a grade 6 at GCSE and science subjects (biology, chemistry, physics) require a grade 7 (double 7 in combined science), although a grade 6 may be considered in exceptional circumstances. Those wishing to study mathematics will have a minimum of a grade 7 at GCSE, while for further mathematics it is grade 8. For psychology A-level, it is expected that students will have a least grade 5 in GCSE English language, mathematics and at least one science. New students – UK: Every year we welcome new students from both independent and state schools into our Sixth Form. Every applicant is considered individually. If you are available, please come to our Open Evening in October. We also recommend you visit us on a normal school day where you will have the chance to meet the Headmaster, Head of Sixth Form and current students. Offers are made on the basis of an interview and are conditional on your GCSE results. New students – International: International students are expected to have a reasonable competence in spoken and written English on arrival at West Buckland and the ability to progress with the specialist support of the EAL department. Overseas students applying to study at West Buckland should provide the following to start their application: • Copies of their last two school reports. • A piece of their handwriting (one to two sides of A4), written in English, telling us about themselves, their hobbies and interests.
About Education Provider
| Region | South West |
| Local Authority | Devon |
| Ofsted Rating | |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| ISI Report | View Report |
| Boarding Fee | Day £9,090 - £20,640; Boarding £27,090 - £40,290 |
| Sixth Form Fee | Unknown |
| Address | West Buckland, Barnstaple, EX32 0SX |
BTEC National Qualifications provide a broad introduction to Level 3 science that gives learners transferable knowledge and skills. They prepare students for a range of HE courses and job roles relating to a particular sector. The learner centred approach means that, as well as having examinations, students are able to complete project-based assessments which count towards their final qualification. The mandatory units cover an equal amount of chemistry, biology and physics, but in our selection of optional units we intend to focus on those with a biology or chemistry content e.g. Physiology of Human Body Systems. This might make our proposed Applied Science course an appropriate choice for a student intent on a career in a particular occupational area, such as biomedical science or analytical and forensic science, but for whom A-level biology or chemistry might be a demanding option. Units to be covered: • Unit 1: Principles and Application of Science • Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques • Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills • Unit 4: Physiology of Human Body Systems
Before being accepted into the Sixth Form on our standard academic programme, we would normally expect you to have acquired a minimum of five GCSE passes at grade 5 or above on the new 9-1 grading scale (grade C and above for A*-G Welsh and some iGCSE programmes). However, individual circumstances and choice of subjects are taken into account. A prospective student for an individual A-level subject should achieve at least a grade 5 in that subject at GCSE. In some subjects, higher GCSE grades are required. Modern foreign languages require a grade 6 at GCSE and science subjects (biology, chemistry, physics) require a grade 7 (double 7 in combined science), although a grade 6 may be considered in exceptional circumstances. Those wishing to study mathematics will have a minimum of a grade 7 at GCSE, while for further mathematics it is grade 8. For psychology A-level, it is expected that students will have a least grade 5 in GCSE English language, mathematics and at least one science. New students – UK: Every year we welcome new students from both independent and state schools into our Sixth Form. Every applicant is considered individually. If you are available, please come to our Open Evening in October. We also recommend you visit us on a normal school day where you will have the chance to meet the Headmaster, Head of Sixth Form and current students. Offers are made on the basis of an interview and are conditional on your GCSE results. New students – International: International students are expected to have a reasonable competence in spoken and written English on arrival at West Buckland and the ability to progress with the specialist support of the EAL department. Overseas students applying to study at West Buckland should provide the following to start their application: • Copies of their last two school reports. • A piece of their handwriting (one to two sides of A4), written in English, telling us about themselves, their hobbies and interests.