Course information
Applied Sciences
Harris Invictus Academy Croydon - Croydon
02033713002
88 London Road, Croydon, CR0 2TB
Course summary

Why study Applied Science? Applied science is a discipline that is used to apply existing scientific knowledge to develop more practical applications, for example: technology or inventions. ... Medical sciences such as medical microbiology are examples of applied sciences. Within natural science, disciplines that are basic science develop basic information to explain and perhaps predict phenomena in the natural world. Applied science is the use of scientific processes and knowledge as the means to achieve a particular practical or useful result. This includes a broad range of applied science related fields, including engineering and medicine. Applied science can also apply formal science, such as statistics and probability theory, as in epidemiology.Genetic epidemiology is an applied science applying both biological and statistical methods.

Entry requirements

Students must have 5 grade 4s or above including GCSE Maths & English. A grade 5 or above in Combined Science is desirable.

How you'll be assessed

Made up of both exam and coursework modules. - Science Fundamentals - Laboratory Techniques - Scientific Analysis & reporting - Genetics Control of hazards in the laboratory - Testing consumer products - Human Nutrition Cell - Biology Microbiology - Human Physiology

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionLondon
Local AuthorityCroydon
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeMixed
Address88 London Road, Croydon, CR0 2TB