Vocational Applied Science

This course is ideal for students who are interested in studying science but do not wish to study a separate A Level Science qualification.

This course can be taken as a BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (*) or a BTEC Diploma (**) so there is something to suit each learner’s choice of study programme.

This course is aimed at students who:

• Would like to progress to Higher Education to study Science or a Health related field
• Would like to gain a broad understanding of science
• Would like to take a course that is assessed entirely by coursework
• Have a strong interest in the work of scientist in a range of different fields

BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (1 A Level equivalent):

• Fundamentals of Science
• Working in the Science Industry
• Scientific Practical Techniques

BTEC Diploma (2 A Level equivalent):

• Scientific Investigations
• Perceptions of Science
• Using Mathematical Tools in Science
• Optional Units:
• Using Statistics in Science
• Physiology of Body Systems
• Biochemistry and Biochemical Techniques
• Genetics and Genetic Engineering
• Medical Physics Techniques
• Industrial Chemical Reactions
• Astronomy

GCSE Grade 4 in Science, Maths and English with an average points score of 3.2 or above.

There are a variety of different progression routes you can follow with this course. This can include different pathways to achieve numerous careers through Higher Education, Apprenticeships or directly into Employment. Here are some progression routes:

Scientist