Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Applied Science (Extended Certificate)
at Southfields Academy, London · school or sixth form
What the college says
Those who have a good pass at GCSE science and wish to pursue their study further.
What you need to get on
Grade 5+ in double or triple science.
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
Southfields Academy
Southfields Academy 333 Merton Road, London, SW18 5JU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · London
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