Course content BTEC Nationals are qualifications that are designed to develop and extend specialist work-related knowledge and practical skills qualifications in a range of sectors. BTEC Level 3 Applied Science offers a stimulating and engaging programme for students who would like to pursue a career in science-based industries and organisations. The course will provide students with the opportunity to gain an understanding of the basic principles of science, learning how to undertake a scientific investigation and develop the skills necessary to work in a science laboratory. This course is equivalent to one A level. BTEC Nationals require applied learning that brings together knowledge and understanding with practical and technical skills. This is achieved through learners performing vocational tasks that encourage the development of appropriate vocational behaviours and transferable skills. Transferable skills are those such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are valued in both higher education and the workplace. Career value This qualification is primarily designed to support progression to applied science and related employment after further study at university. However, it also supports learners progressing directly to employment, as the transferable knowledge, understanding and skills will give learners an advantage when applying for a range of entry-level industry training programmes and/or Higher Apprenticeships in areas such as laboratory technician, industrial technician, medical technician,
Assessment The course comprises of 8 units of which 6 are mandatory and 3 are external. Mandatory units - 83% External assessed units - 46% Principles and Applications of Science I Science Investigation Skills Principles and Applications of Science II Internally assessed mandatory units - 37% Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Laboratory Techniques and their Application Investigative Project Optional units - 17% Physiology of Human Body Systems Electrical Circuits and their Applications Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways Genetics and Genetic Engineering Diseases and Infections
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Wandsworth |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Welham Road, Tooting, London, SW17 9BU |
Course content BTEC Nationals are qualifications that are designed to develop and extend specialist work-related knowledge and practical skills qualifications in a range of sectors. BTEC Level 3 Applied Science offers a stimulating and engaging programme for students who would like to pursue a career in science-based industries and organisations. The course will provide students with the opportunity to gain an understanding of the basic principles of science, learning how to undertake a scientific investigation and develop the skills necessary to work in a science laboratory. This course is equivalent to one A level. BTEC Nationals require applied learning that brings together knowledge and understanding with practical and technical skills. This is achieved through learners performing vocational tasks that encourage the development of appropriate vocational behaviours and transferable skills. Transferable skills are those such as communication, teamwork, research and analysis, which are valued in both higher education and the workplace. Career value This qualification is primarily designed to support progression to applied science and related employment after further study at university. However, it also supports learners progressing directly to employment, as the transferable knowledge, understanding and skills will give learners an advantage when applying for a range of entry-level industry training programmes and/or Higher Apprenticeships in areas such as laboratory technician, industrial technician, medical technician,
Assessment The course comprises of 8 units of which 6 are mandatory and 3 are external. Mandatory units - 83% External assessed units - 46% Principles and Applications of Science I Science Investigation Skills Principles and Applications of Science II Internally assessed mandatory units - 37% Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Laboratory Techniques and their Application Investigative Project Optional units - 17% Physiology of Human Body Systems Electrical Circuits and their Applications Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways Genetics and Genetic Engineering Diseases and Infections