Science (Applied) Extended Certificate

The Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Applied Science (Extended Certificate) is an Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ) designed for post-16 students with an interest in science and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment. Equivalent to one A Level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in science alongside two A Levels

The qualification has four mandatory units covering the following topics: · Principles and Applications of Biology – Structure and function of cells and tissues, biological molecules, enzymes and their role in organisms · Principles and Applications of Chemistry – Structure of the Periodic Table and its implications on physical and chemical properties of substances, through analysis of different bonding methods · Principles and Applications of Physics – Waves and their applications; force principles and their application in transportation and construction of electrical circuits · Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques – Practical applications across the sciences, including chromatography, colorimetry and electrical circuits. Students have a choice from two optional units covering the following topics: · Scientific Investigation Skills – Investigative research, including planning, data collection, analysis and evaluation. · Contemporary Issues in Science – Contemporary scientific issues including the reliability of sources of scientific information and their associated validity.

You will be awarded a pass, merit or distinction qualification grade by the aggregation of points gained through the successful achievement of individual units.

No additional requirements to the main entry to Sixth Form information.