This is a full two-year BTEC course that is equivalent to three A-Levels. This BTEC is specifically designed for those wishing to progress into Higher Education courses in the Applied Science sector before entering employment. You will study Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, and contemporary issues within science.
This two-year course contains 13 units; two of these units are assessed through exams, another two through externally set and marked tasks, and the other nine through internally set and marked assignments. The grades achieved for each unit are combined to give an overall final grade.
This is an excellent qualification to have and is a fantastic base for those wishing to progress onto Higher Education courses in Healthcare, including Biomedical Science, Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Science*, Pharmacology, Physiotherapy, Audiology, Nursing, Radiography, and Optometry*. It could also be beneficial for progression onto a degree in Engineering or Finance and Accounting.
(*At selected universities only).
A minimum of 5 grade 4s, including a grade 4 or above in GCSE English Language, is required. GCSE Maths must also be at grade 4 as a minimum. A minimum of a grade 4 in GCSE Core Science or GCSE Additional or Applied Science is also required.
If you have any questions, queries, or concerns, please contact Joseph Leahy (Head of Applied Science) at JLeahy@jcc.ac.uk
