Applied Science BTEC Extended Certificate Level 3 (Option Block C)

*IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM THE NORTH SCHOOL FOR SEPTEMBER 2023 APPLICATIONS*

Applications Open: - 17th November 2022

Applications Close: - August 2023

Entry Requirements: - Grade 4 and above in 5 GCSEs Including English and Maths for Level 3 programmes, higher grades are required for some subjects

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

Open Event: - We are delighted to be able to welcome you to our Open Evening again. Our Sixth Form Team and subject staff will be available between 4.30 pm and 7pm to answer any questions you may have regarding courses we offer and the application process. In the event you are unable to join us, we hope that you will take the time to have a look at our website, https://www.thenorthschool.org.uk/Sixth-Form-Prospectus/, where you can find our Welcome booklet and Level 2 and Level 3 Prospectus, which provide further information about The North School, our Sixth Form and the courses we run.

If you have any questions regarding the Sixth Form, our courses, facilities or our application process, please do contact us, either by telephone (01233 614613) or email (tns-sixthform@swale.at). We will be happy to arrange either a telephone call or meeting to answer these. We are happy to forward subject specific questions to subject leaders who may be better placed to answer your queries. We look forward to hearing from you and to meeting you.

The applied science sector is diverse and wide ranging, including biomedical, forensic, physical and chemical sciences. There are approximately 5.8 million people employed in science related occupations in the UK. This equates to approximately 20% of the workforce.

Who is this qualification for?

This is an Applied General qualification for those wanting to continue their education through applied learning and aiming to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, probably in the applied science sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to 1 A level, although students demonstrating a high level of commitment and achievement may be entered for the Diploma (2 A level equivalent) option.

What does the qualification cover?

The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with academics to ensure that it supports progression to higher education. In addition, employers and professional bodies have been involved, in order to confirm that the content is also appropriate and consistent with current practice.

Everyone taking this qualification will study six mandatory units:

● Principles and Application of Science I

● Science Investigation Skills

● Principles and Application of Science II

● Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques

● Laboratory Techniques and their Application

● Investigative Project.

Students choose two option units from a group, which has been designed to support progression to the range of sector related courses in HE and to link with relevant occupational areas.

A combination of laboratory tasks, coursework and externally set and assessed examination.

Students will require a minimum of five A*-C/9-4 grades at GCSE, including English Language at grade 5 and Science at grade 4.

This qualification is supported by a range of universities, and taken alongside other qualifications it can fulfil the entry requirements for a number of science-related higher education courses, including biomedical, forensic and sports science, as well as nursing. In addition, the qualification is eligible for UCAS points