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BTEC L3 ExtCert Applied Science

at King'S Academy Prospect, Reading · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

For learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the applied science sector

What you need to get on

GCSE grade 5 or higher in 2 of the 3 Sciences ;Combined 5/4

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

  • King's Academy Prospect

    KINGS ACADEMY PROSPECT COCKNEY HILL, READING, RG30 4EX

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · READING

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