BTEC Applied Science at St Paul’s is a popular choice with outstanding results. Class sizes allow students to complete practical's as well as enjoying researching the topics and putting their coursework together. Students are encouraged to use their independent thinking and enquiry to get the most out of the subject. These skills are fundamental for success in BTEC Applied Science. A willingness to work hard, meet strict deadlines and a strong interest in the subject are essential. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 including Maths and English COURSE CONTENT Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Applied Science 360 GLH (Guided Learning Hours) Equivalent in size to one A Level 5 units in total - 4 units are mandatory and 2 optional units Only 1 to be chosen YEAR 12 Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Biology Unit 2: Principles and Applications of Chemistry Unit 3: Principles and Applications of Physics YEAR 13 Unit 4: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Optional units – students complete and achieve one unit Unit 5: Science Investigation Skills Unit 6: Contemporary issues in Science ASSESSMENT Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Biology - 50 marks – External Unit 2: Principles of Applications of Chemistry - 50 marks - External Unit 3: Principles of Applications of Physics - 50 marks - External Unit 4 - Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Internal Assessment Optional units - Students complete and achieve one unit Unit 5 - Science Investigation Skills - Internal Assessment Or Unit 6 - Contemporary issues in Science - Internal Assessment
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
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| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Manor Lane, Sunbury-on-Thames, TW16 6JE |
BTEC Applied Science at St Paul’s is a popular choice with outstanding results. Class sizes allow students to complete practical's as well as enjoying researching the topics and putting their coursework together. Students are encouraged to use their independent thinking and enquiry to get the most out of the subject. These skills are fundamental for success in BTEC Applied Science. A willingness to work hard, meet strict deadlines and a strong interest in the subject are essential. ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: 5 GCSEs at Grade 4 including Maths and English COURSE CONTENT Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Applied Science 360 GLH (Guided Learning Hours) Equivalent in size to one A Level 5 units in total - 4 units are mandatory and 2 optional units Only 1 to be chosen YEAR 12 Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Biology Unit 2: Principles and Applications of Chemistry Unit 3: Principles and Applications of Physics YEAR 13 Unit 4: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Optional units – students complete and achieve one unit Unit 5: Science Investigation Skills Unit 6: Contemporary issues in Science ASSESSMENT Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Biology - 50 marks – External Unit 2: Principles of Applications of Chemistry - 50 marks - External Unit 3: Principles of Applications of Physics - 50 marks - External Unit 4 - Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Internal Assessment Optional units - Students complete and achieve one unit Unit 5 - Science Investigation Skills - Internal Assessment Or Unit 6 - Contemporary issues in Science - Internal Assessment