BTEC Nationals are widely recognized by industry and higher education as the signature vocational qualification at Level 3. They provide progression to the workplace either directly or via study at a higher level. Students who join our course will complete the Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science. Whilst the qualification is primarily designed for those who are interested in learning about the Science sector, our students have progressed to a wide range of higher education courses and employment in fields such as; Nursing, Midwifery, Sports and exercise Therapy, Forensic Science, Mechanical Engineering, Archaeology, Special Effects Make-Up Artistry, Radiotherapy and Environmental Science.
Five GCSEs at grade 4 (to include English Language). Grade 4 in Maths and 4-4 in Combined Science or 4 in all sciences.
The BTEC National Extended Certificate is equivalent in size to one A Level and is studied over two years. Students can achieve grades from Pass to Distinction* with a Distinction* being awarded a maximum of 56 UCAS Points (equivalent to an A* at A Level). BTEC qualifications are recognized by universities as part of a student’s UCAS application and are widely recognized and respected qualifications for Apprenticeship and Industry. Four units will be studied: three are mandatory (83%) and two include external assessment (58%). Units are assessed using a grading scale of Distinction (D), Merit (M), Pass (P), Near Pass (N), and Unclassified (U). The grade of Near Pass is used for externally assessed units only. The core mandatory units are: Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science I (externally assessed) Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques (internally assessed) Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills
About Education Provider
| Region | North West |
| Local Authority | Stockport |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Nangreave Road, Stockport, SK2 6TH |
BTEC Nationals are widely recognized by industry and higher education as the signature vocational qualification at Level 3. They provide progression to the workplace either directly or via study at a higher level. Students who join our course will complete the Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science. Whilst the qualification is primarily designed for those who are interested in learning about the Science sector, our students have progressed to a wide range of higher education courses and employment in fields such as; Nursing, Midwifery, Sports and exercise Therapy, Forensic Science, Mechanical Engineering, Archaeology, Special Effects Make-Up Artistry, Radiotherapy and Environmental Science.
Five GCSEs at grade 4 (to include English Language). Grade 4 in Maths and 4-4 in Combined Science or 4 in all sciences.
The BTEC National Extended Certificate is equivalent in size to one A Level and is studied over two years. Students can achieve grades from Pass to Distinction* with a Distinction* being awarded a maximum of 56 UCAS Points (equivalent to an A* at A Level). BTEC qualifications are recognized by universities as part of a student’s UCAS application and are widely recognized and respected qualifications for Apprenticeship and Industry. Four units will be studied: three are mandatory (83%) and two include external assessment (58%). Units are assessed using a grading scale of Distinction (D), Merit (M), Pass (P), Near Pass (N), and Unclassified (U). The grade of Near Pass is used for externally assessed units only. The core mandatory units are: Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science I (externally assessed) Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques (internally assessed) Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills