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Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Applied Science (Extended Certificate)

at Leigh Academy Bexley · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their post-16 provisionExpected standard2026see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The qualification has four mandatory units covering the following topics: • Principles and Applications of Biology – Structure and function of cells and tissues, biological molecules, enzymes and their role in organisms • Principles and Applications of Chemistry – Structure of the Periodic Table and its implications on physical and chemical properties of substances, through analysis of different bonding methods • Principles and Applications of Physics – Waves and their applications; force principles and their application in transportation and construction of electrical circuits • Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques – Practical applications across the sciences, including chromatography, colorimetry and electrical circuits. Students have a choice from two optional units covering the following topics: • Scientific Investigation Skills – Investigative research, including planning, data collection, analysis and evaluation. • Contemporary Issues in Science – Contemporary scientific issues including the reliability of sources of scientific information and their associated validity.

What you need to get on

7 GCSEs at grade 5 or above including English and Maths GCSE Combined Science at 5-5 or separate sciences at grade 5

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Leigh Academy Bexley

    Leigh Academy Bexley Northumberland Heath, Erith, DA8 3BN

    DaytimeClassroom based
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