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Applied Science

at The Long Eaton School, Nottingham · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

An Applied Science course which can be taken in the Double option. Opportunity to develop practical skills related to work based practices and industrial standard skills. Opportunities to study a range of science related areas. UNIT 1 Principles and Applications of Science I - Covers some of the key science concepts in biology, chemistry and physics. UNIT 2 Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Industry – Introduction to quantitative laboratory techniques, calibration, chromatography, calorimetry and laboratory safety which are relevant to the chemical & life science industries. UNIT 3 Science Investigation Skills - Skills needed in planning a scientific investigation: recording, interpreting, draw scientific conclusions & evaluate evidence. And one from the following units: - UNIT 8 Physiology of Human Body Systems – Physiology of human body systems (musculoskeletal, lymphatic & digestive). UNIT 13 Applications of Inorganic Chemistry - Acid-base equilibria, redox reactions and transition metal complexes. UNIT 16 Astronomy and Space Science - Principles and present day understanding of developments in astronomy.

What you need to get on

9,9 - 4,4 GCSE Double Science or grade 5 in a single 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

  • The Long Eaton School

    Thoresby Road, Long Eaton, NG10 3NP

    DaytimeClassroom based
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