Do you want to study Biology, Chemistry and Physics? Do you want a more coursework-based subject? Applied Science is a more directly applied course compared to these A Levels.
5 GCSEs Grade 4-9 (including English Language, Maths and Grade 4 in double award Science)
Specification:BTEC Pearson
Length:2 Years
The qualification consists of studying nine units in each year. You will choose whether you wish to take the Forensic or Medical route, and your optional units will be tailored for each.
The compulsory units for both routes are:
You will study units that include applications of forensic psychology, forensic evidence collection and analysis, criminology, traffic accident investigation, forensic fire investigation and criminal psychology.
This route is more Chemistry based. You will study units that include medical physics techniques, physiology of the human body systems, disease and infection, genetics and genetic engineering, and practical chemical analysis.
You will have the opportunity to visit a range of science-based institutions and organisations, as well as hearing about a variety of careers from professionals who will be invited to speak to you to support different units of your studies. A real highlight of the course is the opportunity to complete work experience in an area of applied science that is of interest to you.
Assessment is all coursework with no exam. You will build up a portfolio of assignments over the two-year course.
The Forensic route could lead to careers in forensic science or criminology. The Medical Route could lead to careers in biomedical sciences, nursing or pharmacology. Both routes could allow you to train as a lab technician or to work in scientific research.