Applied Sciences

Course summary

If you enjoy science subjects, practical laboratory work and prefer coursework to exams, this more work relatedly based course, linking the science you study to jobs using scientific skills might suit you. You can study it alongside A level science subjects or other level 3 work related qualifications, making it equally suitable for entry to science courses in higher education, or going straight into work or an apprenticeship. The course covers the fundamentals of biology, chemistry and physics. You'll learn about the important concepts in biology, chemistry and physics and explore the ways in which they are applied in the workplace, from cell biologists diagnosing diseases, materials scientists using their understanding of chemistry to develop nanomaterials, to automotive engineers applying Newton's laws to designing cars. You'll spend a considerable amount of time in the laboratory, planning and carrying out scientific investigations of the kind that professionals working in the chemical and life sciences industries might undertake. You'll have the opportunity to choose an optional module from a range including topics such as the applications of chemistry, genetics and genetic engineering, astronomy and space science. Through a mixture of classroom-based theory and practical laboratory-based lessons. You could move on to to higher education courses such as HNC/HND, Foundation Degree or Degree courses in related subjects such as chemistry physics, biology, biomedical, forensic, food or sports science as well as healthcare therapies and nursing. You could enter technician employment or apprenticeships/degree apprenticeships in science-based roles including laboratory work in hospitals, schools, medical, veterinary or sports science, quality control or research in industry.