Designed as a two-year, full-time course that meets entry requirements in its own right for learners who want to progress to higher education courses in the applied science sector before entering employment. Learners can either choose a pathway which focuses on a particular occupational area, such as biomedical science, analytical and forensic science, physical science; or take a general route for further study in the sector. Equivalent to 3 A level's.
Level 5-5 in Combined Science
Learners will study seven mandatory units: • Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science I • Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques • Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills • Unit 4: Laboratory Techniques and their Application • Unit 5: Principles and Applications of Science II • Unit 6: Investigative Project • Unit 7: Contemporary Issues in Science. Learners are given the opportunity to explore, through the optional units, a particular area of science if they wish, to support progression to applied science courses in higher education, and to link with relevant occupational areas. The course is equivalent in size to two A levels
About Education Provider
| Region | London |
| Local Authority | Hounslow |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Cecil Road, Hounslow, TW3 1AX |
Designed as a two-year, full-time course that meets entry requirements in its own right for learners who want to progress to higher education courses in the applied science sector before entering employment. Learners can either choose a pathway which focuses on a particular occupational area, such as biomedical science, analytical and forensic science, physical science; or take a general route for further study in the sector. Equivalent to 3 A level's.
Level 5-5 in Combined Science
Learners will study seven mandatory units: • Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science I • Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques • Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills • Unit 4: Laboratory Techniques and their Application • Unit 5: Principles and Applications of Science II • Unit 6: Investigative Project • Unit 7: Contemporary Issues in Science. Learners are given the opportunity to explore, through the optional units, a particular area of science if they wish, to support progression to applied science courses in higher education, and to link with relevant occupational areas. The course is equivalent in size to two A levels