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Extended Certificate in Applied Science

at Sackville School, East Grinstead · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECCertificate2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course has been tailored to meet the needs of students who enjoy science and want to take their studies further at KS5 but dont want, or would struggle with, a final exam only A-level in the subject. There is a mixture of biology, chemistry and physics content in year 12, however this qualification allows optional units in year 13, which shifts the focus towards the growing, and increasingly popular field of biomedical sciences.

What you need to get on

Grade 44 or above in combined science or 4, 4, 4 in triple science, plus grade 4 or above in English and 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

  • Sackville School

    Lewes Road, East Grinstead, RH19 3TY

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · East Grinstead

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