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BTEC First Award in Principles of Applied Science

at Cotham School, Bristol · school or sixth form

Level 2Applied and BTECAward1 yearFull time

What the college says

If you would like to study all 3 sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) and like working on big written projects this is the course for you. The format of the course means it is broken down into more manageable chunks than the science GCSE and you only have to learn the content for the 1 exam: for the coursework you will develop different skills: in researching the topics and writing them up.

What you need to get on

4 x GCSE at grade 3 (or above), including English language and mathematics.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

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

  • Cotham School

    Cotham Lawn Road, Bristol, BS6 6DT

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Bristol

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