Applied Science
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Course Overview
Qualification: A Level Courses
This is a BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (Alternative Academic Qualification, equivalent to 1 A level)
- The BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science provides opportunities to learn in real, relatable and practical ways to ensure you develop the critical knowledge and transferable skills you need for the future.
- This will give you the confidence to progress to university, where the qualification is accepted and supported, having been developed in partnership with them to ensure you end up with the right combination of knowledge and skills for success in higher education.
- We use a combination of assessment styles to give you the confidence to apply your knowledge to succeed in the workplace and develop the study skills to continue learning throughout your career.
- If you’re interested in learning about the science sector alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a range of higher education courses, but not necessarily in science, then this course is for you. It is taken as part of a programme of study including two other A Levels.
- There are internal and examined assessments of equal weighting across biology, chemistry and physics, which allow you to showcase your knowledge and skills to best effect when you take your next step, such as higher education, an apprenticeship or employment.
- 50% of the assessment is done by internal assessment, 50% by exams.
- The course is delivered to learners in Birmingham and Solihull in a variety of ways to help you to develop a range of skills. There are laboratory-based practical assignments, supported by self-study, presentations, group work and discussion.
- Throughout your course you will be taught by specialist Biology, Chemistry and Physics teachers and supported by a team of technicians.
- Lessons are taught in specialist laboratories with access to equipment which enables you to develop your practical skills.
- Studying for the Extended Certificate allows you to choose two of a wide range of A level subjects alongside to support your interests and career ambitions.
- There is also an opportunity for learners to join our STEM Programme enrichment.
Solihull Sixth Form College is a popular choice for BTEC Applied Science for young people in Solihull and Birmingham.
This information is correct for entry in September 2025.
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