Applied Science BTEC Level 3

Level 3 Applied Science

Over a two year course you will develop a range of practical skills and theoretical knowledge in the areas of Chemical, Biochemical and Microbiological Laboratory Techniques, Genetics, Physiology and Applied Chemistry. Many students who enjoy and successfully complete this course progress onto Higher Education or employment in the science industry. Applied Science covers all corners of science, dipping in to aspects of chemistry and biology, combining this with maths and industrial science.

• Course Information

  • Course Code

    LVEDSCI

  • Attendance Pattern

    Daytime

  • Course Level

    Level 3

  • Study Mode

    Full Time

  • Course Location

    Langdale Road, Leyland

  • Age Group

    School Leavers (16-18)

  • Course Duration

    2 years

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• Overview

  This course develops your understanding of scientific theory and skills, and coupled with experimental techniques helps you to be successful in either employment or at university.

  You will study a range of biological and chemistry based subjects which include:

  • human physiology
  • microbiology
  • genetics and genetic engineering
  • astronomy and medical physics

  Course Highlights:

  Crest projects, Eco Society, and enrichment opportunities

  Throughout the course you will have the opportunity to perform a variety of biology and chemistry experimental work, and will also learn how to work safely within a laboratory environment and to use Maths and statistics to analyse experimental data.

• Entry Requirements

  For our Level 3 Advanced Vocational courses our entry requirements are a minimum of 5x GCSEs at Grade 4, Maths or English Language/Literature at Grade 4 and Grade 3 in the other subjects.

  Please note, some courses and subjects will have additional specific entry requirements or require DBS clearance to undertake placements. Information about this can be found in our course leaflet (available to download above), the Apply Portal, and on your offer letter which you will receive after your interview.

  Additional Requirements: Grade 4/4 in GCSE Combined Science or Grade 4 in Biology and Chemistry.

• How will I be assessed?

  You will be required to produce scientific laboratory reports and analyse and evaluate results to reach conclusions.

• Progression Pathway

  Students can progress directly into laboratory- based work such as a lab technician or other careers where science is required e.g. dental nursing or pharmaceutical researcher. Many of our students also progress to university:

  • UCLan – Chemistry, Biology-related courses, Adult Nursing
  • Bangor – Marine Biology, Zoology
  • Manchester – Microbiology
  • Lancaster – Biomedicine and Biochemistry
  • Myerscough College – Veterinary Nursing
• National Careers Service

  For guidance about what careers subjects can lead on to please follow this link to the National Careers Service.