Applied Science
BTEC Applied Science
Course Information
BTEC Applied Science is a Science course that covers Biology, Physics and Chemistry.
Through this course students develop their scientific knowledge and gain invaluable scientific skills to work in a scientific workplace.
Students study a programme of work and then they complete assignments based on the knowledge, understanding and skills that they develop.
As a BTEC course, Applied Science is a practical, hands-on qualification that will give students real world, practical skills to use in their future scientific careers.
Please note that there is a compulsory residential trip at the end of Year 12 included in the Applied Science Diploma. There is a financial cost to this, however generous support is available at school if students meet certain criteria.
Course Content
Modules Include:
- Cells and Tissues
- Scientific Communication
- Scientific Practical Skills
- Studying a Scientific Organisation
Future Careers
Biomedical Sciences, Forensic Science, Wildlife Conservation, Pharmacy, Teaching.
