Applied Sciences
Bexhill College - East Sussex
01424214545
Penland Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 2JG
Course summary

Over the course of two years, you will achieve a Level 3 Science vocational qualification which will help to prepare you for the scientific workplace or higher education. Year 1: • Unit 1 covers the core principles across the three science disciplines. • Unit 2 focuses on practical procedures and techniques. This unit introduces you to standard laboratory equipment and techniques, including titration, colorimetry, calorimetry, chromatography, calibration procedures, and laboratory safety. Year 2: • Unit 3 focuses on science investigation skills across the three science disciplines. You will plan investigations and analyse and evaluate the data you have collected. • You will also complete an optional unit. You will be able to choose from 2 biology, chemistry, or physics units. Mathematical skills and concepts run throughout many of the units.

Entry requirements

At least 5 GCSEs graded 9-4 including 4/4 or above in Double Award Science and 4 or above in English and Maths.

How you'll be assessed

You will sit exams for Unit 1 and Unit 3. The remaining units are assessed via assignments which range from full reports to presentations.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthorityEast Sussex
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressPenland Road, Bexhill-on-Sea, TN40 2JG