Applied Sciences
Salford City College - Salford
01616315000
Dronfield Road, Salford, M6 7FR
Course summary

This course is designed to combine an in-depth study of biology, chemistry and physics allowing you to develop your skills and knowledge in all three disciplines. Most importantly, students will develop their skills in order to conduct practical experiments to a professional standard. This will prepare them perfectly for further study or employment within the industry. Units of study have been carefully chosen to combine biology, chemistry, physics, and maths.

Entry requirements

Students will need a minimum of three grade 4s and two grade 5s at GCSE including a grade 4 in GCSE English. The two grade 5s must come from a selection of Maths, Combined Science, Physics, Chemistry, or Biology, with the rest of these subjects at grade 4. Progression from Level 2 Vocational Science will require a merit grade profile with Level 2 passes in examined units and grade 4 in English and grade 5 in Maths. Additional Information: We will consider 1 Vocational qualification in place of a GCSE as long as a grade 4 is achieved in English.

How you'll be assessed

• Written assignments • Practical assessments in the form of lab practicals and primary research. • Presentations • Examinations

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthoritySalford
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressDronfield Road, Salford, M6 7FR