Completion of this course can lead to a wide range of careers in scienceand healthcare, such as biomedical scientist, forensic scientist,laboratory technician, environmental scientist, healthcare assistant,pharmacy technician, and radiographer. It also provides a strongfoundation for roles in research, quality control, and technical supportwithin pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, environmental agencies,and food safety organisations.
What can this course lead to?
Who is it for?
This course is designed for students interested in pursuing a science-related career or advancing to higher education in fields such asbiomedical science, nursing, forensic science, or environmental science.It’s ideal for those who prefer coursework and practical assessmentsover purely exam-based learning, and who enjoy hands-on science,problem-solving, and real-world applications of biology, chemistry, andphysics.
What is covered?
The Level 3 Applied Science is a two-year course that covers corescientific principles in biology, chemistry, and physics; hands-onlaboratory techniques such as titration, chromatography, andmicrobiological methods; investigative and research skills throughguided and independent projects; and advanced topics like biomedicalscience, physiology, medical physics, and contemporary scientificissues.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
4 GCSEs at grades 9–4, including:
- English Language
- Maths
- Science
Or Applied Science Level 2 plus English and Maths at grade 4 or above
The course is assessed through a mix of internal coursework andexternal exams. Approximately 58% of the assessment is based onassignments, practical reports, presentations, and projects completedduring the course. The remaining 42% includes written exams andcontrolled practical tasks, such as those for units on scientific principlesand investigation skills.Successful completion of Year 1 is required to move on to Year 2 of thecourse.Students are graded on a Pass, Merit, or Distinction scale, with theoverall qualification equivalent to three A-levels.
Basic stationery (pens, pencils, ruler, calculator)Scientific calculator (preferably one with functions for statistics andformulas)Lab coat and safety goggles (for practical sessions)Notebook or lab book (to record experiments and observations)Access to a computer (for research, coursework, and presentations)
Start date: 1/09/2025
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Full-time courses are fully funded for 16 to 18-year-olds. For age 19+, various funding options are available.
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