Applied Science
at Kings Academy Binfield · school or sixth form
What the college says
If you enjoy science subjects, practical laboratory work and prefer coursework to exams, this more work relatedly based course, linking the science you study to jobs using scientific skills might suit you. You can study it alongside A level science subjects or other level 3 qualifications, making it equally suitable for entry to science courses in higher education, or going straight into work or an apprenticeship. The course covers the fundamentals of biology, chemistry and physics.
What you need to get on
4 GCSEs at grade C or above, including science, maths and English.
How you are assessed
Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.
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
King's Academy Binfield
St. George's Park Binfield, Bracknell, RG42 4FS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Bracknell
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