Applied Science Level 3 AAQ

This Science course is specifically aimed at young people wanting to study a related course at university, take up an apprenticeship or career straight after school. It would work well with the Medical Science AAQ for anyone hoping to do a medically based degree.

It is ideal for students who would enjoy completing regular assignments and project work. The course is made up of 5 units of work covering different aspects of science. There are 3 examined units and 2 assignment assessed units.

Principles and Applications of Biology

Principles and Applications of Chemistry

Principles and Applications of Physics

These three theory based units will be taught through Y12 and the start of Y13 and externally examined either in June of Y12 or in January of Y13.

Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques: This unit is internally assessed as written reports. It is broken down into 4 sections A-D and will run alongside the theory units through Y12 and Y13.

Science Investigation Skills: This unit will be carried out in Y13 after the January exams. You will get the opportunity to plan and carry out your own investigation into a topic that you are personally interested in.

As well as learning a broad base of scientific knowledge, you will learn a variety of laboratory techniques and skills to a high standard, how to process and analyse data and improve method and technique. You will learn how to research, reference and write reports.

The extended certificate is equivalent in size to one A Level.

Assignments, units and final marks will be awarded as (A-level equivalent grade): Pass (E), Merit (C), Distinction (A).

This Science course is specifically aimed at young people wanting to study a related course at university, take up an apprenticeship or career straight after school. It would work well with the Medical Science AAQ for anyone hoping to do a medically based degree.

It is ideal for students who would enjoy completing regular assignments and project work. The course is made up of 5 units of work covering different aspects of science. There are 3 examined units and 2 assignment assessed units.

What do I need to study Applied Science Level 3 BTEC

Grade 5 in two Sciences or 55 in combined science and grade 5 in Maths

What will I learn?

Principles and Applications of Biology

Principles and Applications of Chemistry

Principles and Applications of Physics

These three theory based units will be taught through Y12 and the start of Y13 and externally examined either in June of Y12 or in January of Y13.

Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques: This unit is internally assessed as written reports. It is broken down into 4 sections A-D and will run alongside the theory units through Y12 and Y13.

Science Investigation Skills: This unit will be carried out in Y13 after the January exams. You will get the opportunity to plan and carry out your own investigation into a topic that you are personally interested in.

As well as learning a broad base of scientific knowledge, you will learn a variety of laboratory techniques and skills to a high standard, how to process and analyse data and improve method and technique. You will learn how to research, reference and write reports.

The majority of your lessons will be in laboratories where you’ll be taught theory, carry out practical experiments and write up scientific reports. Some of the assignment work will be completed outside of lessons.

There are a variety of assessment methods including; examinations, written coursework and practical experiments. You will be assessed throughout the years with assignments that must be completed and passed. For the AAQ every piece of work is marked on its own merits and that mark will affect your final grade. This means you need to put continued effort into your studies throughout the whole of 2 years and good attendance is essential.

Grade 5 in two Sciences or 55 in combined science and grade 5 in Maths

Sixth Form options

This course is the equivalent of one A-Level and is worth up to 56 UCAS points depending on your grades. This allows progression to related degree programmes at universities across the country. Alternatively, you may seek employment in industry or find an apprenticeship.