Course information
Applied Science
St Benedict's Catholic High School - Cumberland
01946692275
Red Lonning, Hensingham, Whitehaven, CA28 8UG
Course summary

The course is the AQA Level 3 Applied Science. This gives students the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare for employment. The qualification provides clear pathways for career development and progression opportunities to higher education and degrees. The course consists of 6 units: Unit 1 - Key concepts in Science Unit 2 - Applied experimental techniques Unit 3 - Science in the modern world Unit 4 - The human body Unit 5 - Investigating science Unit 6 - Microbiology

Entry requirements

At least a grade 6 in any science subject Grade 5 in GCSE English Language and Maths

How you'll be assessed

Units 1 and 3 have an external exam Unit 2 is portfolio based. Unit 4 has an exam Units 5 and 6 are portfolio based.

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityCumberland
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressRed Lonning, Hensingham, Whitehaven, CA28 8UG