Did You Know?
Doctors make up a quarter of UK healthcare staff. The rest include nurses, dentists, pharamacists, therapists, and paramedics.
Key Information
Qualification
AAQ / BTEC
Duration
Two Year Course
Examination Board
Edexcel
Exam Board Specification
“I really enjoy Applied Science because it gives hands on experience through the experiments we do in lessons. My teachers are interactive and supportive." - Wael Mohammed, Dixons Trinity Chapeltown
Key Employability Skills | ||
| Problem Solving | Critical Thinking | Self Discipline |
Qualification
AAQ Level 3 Extended Certificate (equivalent to one A-level)
CTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma (equivalent to two A-levels)
Assessment
Extended Certificate: 50% Exam, 50% Coursework
Extended Diploma: 40% Exam, 60% Coursework
What do I need to study this course?
You will need a minimum grade 54 in GCSE Combined Science or in two single GCSE sciences.
What will I study?
Both qualifications cover a range of practical techniques commonly used in industry, medicine, and scientific research. The Extended Diploma provides comprehensive study in all three sciences, with an emphasis on biology and chemistry, and is accepted by many universities offering vocational degrees. The Extended Certificate supports applications to courses that include some science content but are not fully science based. Both courses include coursework, helping you build independent research and study skills which are essential for success in higher education.
What next?
The BTEC Extended Diploma is the ideal pathway if you want to progress onto a vocational science degree like Radiography, Pharmacy, and Paramedic Science. The AAQ Extended Certificate is a good supporting qualification for the Diploma in Health and Social Care or the Diploma in Sport.
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