Full-Time & A Level Courses

Applied Science Extended Certificate

Level 3

Course code: AN4109K
Type: Full Time, A Level & T Level > Full Time
Subject area: Sciences
Location: Ludlow
No fee information available

About the course

This is an ideal course for those who enjoy the practical aspects of science and are looking to pursue a career in science. It is equivalent to an A level and complements other science A level subjects. You will develop your science investigation skills and laboratory techniques, whilst operational units could lead you to explore biomedical science and/or forensic science.

Why choose us

All lessons take place in science laboratories and are taught by highly skilled specialist science tutors, supported by the science technician. Practical hands-on learning is employed as far as possible. The additional units in forensic and biomedical science are available as enrichment to increase the scope of

What you could do next

Taken alongside other science courses, Applied Science will open doors to a range of science degrees and other professional development programmes. Employment in the science industry could include work as a lab technician or paramedic, research work, forensic science work, and the chemical industry.

Popular modules

· Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques

· Science Investigation Skills

Assessment methods

Assessment is via a combination of external exams and internal assessment via coursework assignments.

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (grade C), including English, Maths and Combined Science or individual Sciences.