Applied Sciences
Godalming College - Surrey
01483423526
Tuesley Lane, Godalming, GU7 1RS
Course summary

Study the three sciences, from diseases and infections in Biology, to titrations and chromatography in Chemistry, and waves and circuits in Physics! The course builds upon all three of the sciences. It focuses on broadening your understanding of science and in the second year looks at diseases and infections. The BTEC National Level 3 Extended Certificate will provide the opportunity to develop your skills in numeracy, scientific communication and as well as improving your study, presentation and research skills.

Entry requirements

A minimum of five GCSE subjects at grade 4 or above. This course is specifically for those wishing to study a broad science course at A Level standard, therefore the entry requirements are a grade 4 in GCSE Science together with a grade 4 in GCSE Maths and English.

How you'll be assessed

First Year Unit Assessment Proportion: First Year Unit 1 Principles and applications of science 90 minute exam in June 25% Unit 2 Practical scientific procedures and techniques Internal assignment 25% If you choose to leave the course in the first year you can achieve a BTEC National Level 3 Certificate in Applied Science (equivalent to ½ A-level). Second Year Unit 3 Science investigation skills Task based (practical) exam in June 33.3% Unit 12 Diseases and infections Internal assignment 16.6%

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionSouth East
Local AuthoritySurrey
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeCo-Educational
AddressTuesley Lane, Godalming, GU7 1RS