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Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Applied Science (Extended Certificate)

at St John Henry Newman Catholic School, Carlisle · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The OCR Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification Cambridge Advanced National in Applied Science (Extended Certificate) is designed to develop knowledge, understanding and skills that will help you to progress to university and are relevant to the Applied Sciences sector.

What you need to get on

Grade 5 or above in GCSE Science, English and Maths

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

  • St John Henry Newman Catholic School

    Scalegate Road, Carlisle, CA2 4NL

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 3 September 2026 · Carlisle

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