Applied Sciences

Course summary

The BTEC level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science is a vocational qualification which gives a broad grasp of the three main scientific disciplines. It has been designed to help you develop the skills and techniques needed to be employed. The qualification provides the opportunity to develop practical knowledge and skills which help learners to prepare for and progress in their chosen career. The Pearson BTEC level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science consists of 7 mandatory units: Unit Number Unit title How assessed 1 Principles and Applications of Science I External 2 Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Internal 3 Scientific Investigation Skills External 4 Laboratory Techniques and their Application Internal 5 Principles and Applications of Science II External 6 Investigative Project Internal 7 Contemporary Issues in Science External In addition all students must complete six specialist units; these are subject to change on a yearly basis.