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Applied Science BTEC National Extended Diploma

at Isle of Wight College, Newport · college

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma72 weeksFull time

What the college says

This course provides the equivalent of 3 A Levels worth up to 168 UCAS points. You will study practical Science including optional Units. This will give you a very recognised qualification in Science allowing access to a wide variety of employment sectors and a wide variety of courses in higher education. Degree in Geophysics at Durham; Pharmacy at Reading; Physiotherapy at Brighton University; Radiography at Bradford University; Speech Therapy at Manchester University; Adult Nursing at Bournemouth University; Environmental Science at Bournemouth and a very wide range of other university courses.

What you need to get on

Equivalent to A Levels BTEC National Diplomas and other Level 3 qualifications. Level 3* qualifications give direct entry to university or technician/middle level employment and/or progression to Level 4. Entry Requirements : Minimum 5 GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or higher [specific subjects or additional evidence may be required for particular courses], and/or successful achievement of Level 2 qualification [Merit in BTEC First Diploma] and/or equivalent experience.

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 Isle Of Wight College - Newport

    The Isle Of Wight College Medina Way, Newport, PO30 5TA

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Start dates

  • 7 September 2026 · Newport

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