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BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science

at Rivers Academy West London, Feltham · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma in Applied Science is intended to be an Applied General qualification for post­16 students wanting to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, probably in the applied science sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to 2 A levels, and it has been designed as part of a two­ year programme, normally alongside a further level 3 qualification. Students wishing to take this BTEC will have successfully completed a level 2 programme of learning, with GCSEs or vocational learning.

What you need to get on

5 GCSE or equivalents grade 9-4 including English & Maths grade 4/5

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

  • Rivers Academy West London

    Tachbrook Road, Feltham, TW14 9PD

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Feltham

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