Applied Sciences

Assessment

The course is assessed through a combination of written exams, controlled assessments, and assignments. • Unit 2 and Unit 8 are assignment-based and internally assessed and verified by the exam board. • Unit 1 is assessed through three external written exams in May of year 12, in which learners will demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of the core principles across the three science disciplines. • Unit 3 is a practical task and written exam, set and marked by the exam board in May of year 13.