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BTEC Applied Science Diploma (Double)

This is a very well structured, practical science course leading to nationally recognised qualifications. You will develop research and study skills useful for further education and the workplace and the opportunity to progress to HE courses and careers in many science-based industries such as Primary Teaching, Childcare, Nursing, Sports Management or Sports Training. The Diploma is equivalent to 2 A Levels.

BTEC Applied Science Entry Requirements

You will need grade 44 in Combined Science or 2 grade 4s in separate Sciences, along with grade 4 in both GCSE English and GCSE Maths.

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What you will study

The course covers all three sciences of Biology, Chemistry and Physics but in an “applied” context. That means you will not only learn the science but also how it is used in real life organisations.

Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science
Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills
Unit 4: Laboratory Techniques and their Application
Unit 5: Principles and Application of Science
Unit 6: Investigative Project
Unit 8: Physiology of Human Body Systems
Unit 15: Electrical Circuits and their Application

Assessments

There are a combination of internally assessed assignments and external examinations.

Course Support

Your expert tutors will give you extensive support and guidance throughout your time on the course both during lessons and through the college tutorial system. We pride ourselves on taking a personal interest in your success.

Friendly, supportive tutors
Exam preparation tutorials
Coursework tutorials
One-to-one support

Enrichment Activities

Research Tasks
Guest Speakers
Trips and visits
Higher Education visits

Progression

This course will prepare you for a career in many science-based industries. These include Primary Teaching, Childcare, Nursing, Sports Management or Sports Training. Many students progress to study a wide range of subjects including Forensics, Construction, Animal Behaviour, Biochemistry, Physiotherapy and Biomedical Sciences. Other students choose to follow Apprenticeships in laboratory work or Engineering.

Facilities

A fully equipped laboratory which is suitable for a full range of chemistry, physics and biology work plus individual practical science investigations of different kinds.
Specialist biology physics and chemistry equipment is also available for use in Applied Science, by arrangement with the separate science departments.
A fully connected computer room and wireless laptops that can be used for a variety of purposes in the laboratory.

Male and female student in a science lab

Carmel is a fantastic college. The tutors are very supportive and are willing to help you in overcoming any challenges you may have.

I love studying BTEC Applied Science as no week is the same. The course covers a range of different, interesting topics that will be beneficial to me in my future career. I also enjoy conducting different experiments and learning about how the processes in the experiments work. You get the opportunity to work in the Laboratory Preparation Room as part of your work experience placement. The skills gained from the experience are transferable into both the practical and coursework elements of the course.

When I leave college, I hope to extend my knowledge of science through an apprenticeship within the science industry. I’d also like to work abroad, volunteering to teach children various aspects of science.

Lauren Rimmer

The Prescot School