Applied Sciences

Course summary

This is a substantial vocational qualification that provides a broad understanding of applied science. The course is 50% portfolio-based and 50% written examination. Studying this qualification will enable learners to develop their knowledge and understanding of scientific principles, as well as those scientific practical skills recognized by higher education institutions and employers to be most important. The qualification also offers learners an opportunity to develop transferable skills such as problem-solving, research, and communication as part of their applied learning. The course is ideal for students who have an interest in the science subjects but would like an alternative to the traditional science A-levels. The course is comprised of 5 mandatory units: • Key concepts in science • Applied experimental techniques • Science in the modern world • The human body • Investigating science Followed by an optional unit, with a choice from: • Microbiology • Medical physics • Organic chemistry