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| Qualification | Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Applied Science (Extended Certificate) |
| Entry
Requirements |
Grade 4 in Science or Grade 4-4 in Combined Science |
| Content
(Outline of Course) |
The qualification has four mandatory units covering the following topics: · Principles and Applications of Biology – Structure and function of cells and tissues, biological molecules, enzymes and their role in organisms · Principles and Applications of Chemistry – Structure of the Periodic Table and its implications on physical and chemical properties of substances, through analysis of different bonding methods · Principles and Applications of Physics – Waves and their applications; force principles and their application in transportation and construction of electrical circuits · Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques – Practical applications across the sciences, including chromatography, colorimetry and electrical circuits. Students have a choice from two optional units covering the following topics: · Scientific Investigation Skills – Investigative research, including planning, data collection, analysis and evaluation. · Contemporary Issues in Science – Contemporary scientific issues including the reliability of sources of scientific information and their associated validity. |
| Assessment | There are four mandatory units.
1. Principles and Applications of Biology (externally assessed and has 50 marks). 2. Principles and Applications of Chemistry (externally assessed and has 50 marks). 3. Principles and Applications of Physics (externally assessed and has 50 marks). 4. Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques (internally assessed) |
| Careers Guidance | The BTEC Nationals in Applied Science give learners the opportunity to acquire technical and employability skills, knowledge and understanding which are transferable and will enable learners the opportunity to enter employment in the science sector or to progress to vocational qualifications such as the Edexcel BTEC Higher Nationals in Applied Biology, Applied Chemistry or Health/Science -related qualifications. This course also gives learners the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills, and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.
Scientists work in a range of industries from food and drink to pharmaceuticals. These courses provide a route to employment in the science industry or within organisations that use science including the health service, government establishments and educational institutions.
Roles can include: Pharmaceutical careers, Quality control technician/analyst, Technician of X-ray and scanning equipment, research laboratory assistant, forensic science service, scientific journalism, paramedic science, other healthcare careers, nursing, and dental hygienist. |
Key Information
Transition Work
The transition work for Vocational Science can be found below.
Students should attempt to complete one task weekly over the summer ahead of the start of the course.
Week 1
Week 2
Week 3
