Applied Sciences

Course summary

The course is designed to provide experience of activities carried out by scientists. It allows students to apply and build on their existing scientific knowledge, skills and understanding in an industry related context. Upon completion of this course, students will be qualified to seek employment or undertake further study, such as HND/degree courses in an applied science related subject. BTECs are well established and highly regarded alternatives to general qualification, suitable for a wide range of learners and designed to accommodate the needs of employers as well as facilitating progression to university. The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science Medical profile is best suited to students wishing to progress to higher education in the applied science sector. Course Units: YEAR 1 Unit 01 – Principles & Application of Science I – externally assessed Unit 02 – Practical Scientific Procedures & Techniques Unit 03 – Science Investigation Skills – externally assessed Unit 04 – Laboratory Techniques & their Application Unit 08 – Physiology of Human Body Systems Unit 09 – Human Regulation & Reproduction YEAR 2 Unit 05 – Principles & Application of Science – externally assessed Unit 06 – Investigative Project Unit 07 – Contemporary Issues in Science – externally assessed Unit 12 – Diseases & Infections Unit 14 – Applications of Organic Chemistry Unit 21 – Medical Physics Applications Unit 22 - Materials Science Course Can Lead To: Progression to degree courses including Applied Science, Medical Sciences, Applied Biology, Applied Chemistry, Pharmacology, Dental Technology, Nursing, Sports Studies and Therapy and Exercise Studies. Alternatively, this qualification can also lead to direct employment in a science related area such as laboratory work. The Extended Diploma will earn you UCAS points in the same way that A levels do. Please note that this course is NOT sufficient if you wish to become a doctor, veterinary surgeon or dentist and an additional access course may be required. Course Highlights: - All students complete a week’s work experience as an integral part of this course, in a related area from a choice of employers. There is also the opportunity for additional work experience. - Visiting speakers will talk to students about various career and course related opportunities. - There is the opportunity for residential field work.