Extended Certificate in Applied Science
at St Bernard'S High School, Westcliff-On-Sea · school or sixth form
What the college says
If you enjoy science subjects, practical laboratory work and prefer coursework to exams, this more work relatedly based course, linking the science you study to jobs using scientific skills might suit you. You can study it alongside A level science subjects or other level 3 qualifications, making it equally suitable for entry to science courses in higher education, or going straight into work or an apprenticeship. The course covers the fundamentals of biology, chemistry and physics and you'll work towards the certificate in year one and the extended certificate in year two.
What you need to get on
See prospectus on school website
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
St Bernard's High School
Milton Road, Westcliff-On-Sea, SS0 7JS
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Westcliff-On-Sea
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