Applied Sciences

Course summary

Applied science covers a broad spectrum of biology, chemistry and physics. Students will study topics relating to all three sciences, and gain a well-respected qualification thatis equivalent to either 1 or 2 A-Levels. Beyond the subject knowledge, the Applied Science course allows students to develop greater practical, investigative and independent research skills than in a traditional A-level. Throughout the course, links will be made to industry and applications of the subject into the real-world to give the student a greater understanding of how science can be applied to contemporary issues. A wide range of transferable skills will be developed that will help students at university and beyond.