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BTEC National Certificate in Applied Science

This vocational course in Science is equivalent to 0.5 of an A-level.

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Course Summary

Subject Area: A Levels
School Leaver - Academic
Location: Joseph Wright Centre
Full Time or Part Time: FT
Level: 3
Number Of Years: 1
Interview Required?: N
Joseph Wright Centre

Apply now at: https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/course/btec-national-certificate-in-applied-science
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Course Information for Students

This course is aimed at existing A-level students who are not able to carry on with their subject into Year 2 but who need a science component in their portfolio.

You should already be part of the College. Your GCSE Science needs to be at grade 4,4.

Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science 1

Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques 

You will learn on-site, with many practical sessions in our labs.

You need the usual stationery, with a calculator.

Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science 1 – external exam 

Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques – internally assessed 

You could progress to Science-based degrees or take a third A-level equivalent.

For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk, patrick.ring@derby-college.ac.uk

Course Information for Employers

If you are an employer and would like to know more about the apprenticeships and professional training we deliver or how you can get involved in co-creating and co-delivering the curriculum, please contact us via email on businessenquiries@derby-college.ac.uk, call us on 01332 387 421 or visit our employer pages here.

Career Information



This course could lead to one of these careers...

Biological Scientists

£32759

Biological Scientists

Biochemists and Biomedical Scientists

£41971

Biochemists and Biomedical Scientists

Natural and Social Science Professionals

£39007

Natural and Social Science Professionals

Chemical Scientists

£33329

Chemical Scientists

Graphic and Multimedia Designers

£25191

Graphic and Multimedia Designers

Web Design Professionals

£38937

Web Design Professionals

More Careers Information at: https://www.derby-college.ac.uk/career-pathways
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Course Information Last Updated On: September 19, 2024 12:10 pm