BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science
at Hatch End High School, Harrow · school or sixth form
What the college says
The BTEC qualification is designed to provide students with a broad Scientific education within a vocational (work related) scenario. This qualification gives students the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for employment and/or further education. Students who pick BTEC level 3 Science will complete a series of assignments to compile a folder of evidence over this two year course.
What you need to get on
6 GCSE 9-4 grades including Maths or English Language at GCSE grade 4 or above
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
Hatch End High School
Headstone Lane Hatch End, Harrow, HA3 6NR
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Harrow
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