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

at Newquay Tretherras School, Newquay · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Cambridge Advanced National in Applied Science (Extended Certificate) is suitable for 16-19 year olds who want to develop applied knowledge and skills in applied science to progress to university or a career in the Applied Sciences sector. It is a Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ) that is the same size as an A Level and can be studied alongside other A Levels or qualifications as part of a post-16 study programme.

What you need to get on

4 GCSE's at grade 9-4 (A*-C) including maths and English, double award or separate sciences.

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

  • Newquay Tretherras

    Trevenson Road, Newquay, TR7 3BH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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