Course information
Applied Sciences
The Hollyfield School and Sixth Form Centre - Kingston upon Thames
02083394500
Surbiton Hill Road, Surbiton, KT6 4TU
Course summary

Applied Science is a well-structured vocational course combining coursework and written exams leading to students gaining nationally recognised qualifications: > Certificate in Applied Science (one year) > Extended certificate in Applied Science (two years) Marked on pass/merit/distinction/ distinction* (only at extended) system. In terms of Hollyfield, the certificate is an ‘AS level’ and the extended certificate is an ‘A level’. The course covers all three sciences of Biology, Physics and Chemistry but in an “applied” context. That means that you will learn the science in a “real life” context through specially developed assignments and lessons. The level of science taught is equal to your sixth form peers, the only difference is that you will learn parts from each specialism.

Entry requirements

> Grade 4 in GCSE Maths and a two science subjects at B > Hollyfield Sixth Form entry requirements minimum of five good passes at grades 4-9 at GCSE.

How you'll be assessed

Assessment: Certificate Unit 1: Principles of Applied Science (90 minute written exam) Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and techniques (portfolio of coursework) Assessment: Extended certificate (the certificate modules will have been completed in the first year) Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills (portfolio of coursework) Unit 4: Optional, one of the following: > Physiology of Human Body Systems > Human Regulation and Reproduction > Biological Molecules and Metabolic > Pathways > Genetics and Genetic Engineering > Diseases and Infections > Applications of Inorganic Chemistry > Applications of Organic Chemistry > Electrical Circuits and their Application > Astronomy and Space Science

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityKingston upon Thames
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed
AddressSurbiton Hill Road, Surbiton, KT6 4TU