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BTEC AAQ Extended Certificate Applied Science

at Carmel College, St. Helens · college

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull time

What the college says

The BTEC AAQ Extended Certifiacte Applied Science is a very well structured, practical science course leading to nationally recognised an Extended Certificate equivalent to 1 A Level. The course covers all three sciences of Biology, Physics and Chemistry but in an �applied� context. That means that you will learn the science in a �real life� context through specially developed assignments. You will sometimes work on your own and groups.

What you need to get on

Students should be aged 16 to 18 years old. You will need grade 44 in Combined Science or 2 grade 4s in separate Sciences, along with grade 4 in both GCSE English and GCSE 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

  • CARMEL COLLEGE

    Prescot Road, ST. HELENS, WA10 3AG

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · ST. HELENS

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