Everyone taking this qualification will study and achieve the four mandatory units: Unit1: Principles and Applications of Science Unit 2:Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills Unit 4: Forensic Investigation Procedures in Practice. And two optional topics: Forensic Fire Investigation and Forensic Photography. Year 12 focuses on building the foundation of scientific knowledge and laboratory skills required to apply to forensic procedures, which will be covered in Year 12. Examples of content covered include; ▪ Tissue structure and function, ▪ Use of electromagnetic waves in communication, ▪ Preparation and standardization of solutions using titration, ▪ Colorimetry, ▪ Planning a scientific investigation, of plants and their environment exploring procedures used to preserve, collect, and record forensic evidence from a simulated crime scene. The obvious career opportunity is one in forensic science, but this qualification will make you develop the transferable and higher-order skills that are highly regarded by both higher education and employers. For example, carrying out practical laboratory tasks and planning forensic investigations. In the BTEC National units, there are opportunities during the teaching and learning phase to give learners practice in developing employability skills such as Cognitive and problem-solving skills: using critical thinking, approaching non-routine problems applying expert and creative solutions, using systems and technology / Intrapersonal skills: communicating, working collaboratively, negotiating and influencing, self-presentation / Interpersonal skills: self-management, adaptability and resilience, self-monitoring and development.