ABOUT THIS COURSE
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 Extended Certificate (1 A Level equivalent) or a BTEC Diploma (2 A Level Equivalent) so there is something to suit each learner’s choice of study programme.
COURSE AREA LEAD
Sophie Underhill
WHO IS THIS AIMED AT?
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
WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?
Core Units:
BTEC Extended Certificate (1 A Level equivalent)
Principles and Applications of Science 1
Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
Science Investigation Skills
BTEC Diploma (2 A Level equivalent):
Laboratory Techniques and their Application
Principles and Applications of Science 2
Investigative Project
Optional Units include:
Physiology of Body Systems
Biochemistry and Biochemical Techniques
Genetics and Genetic Engineering
WHAT SKILLS WILL YOU DEVELOP?
Research
Analysis
Literacy & Oracy
Confidence & Vision
Collaboration
Lab Skills
Meeting Deadlines
Time Management
Effort & Practice
Systems
Industry Conventions
Resilience
PROGRESSION ROUTES
Scientist