Applied Science BTEC Level 3

Thank you for your interest in Lord Nelson Sixth Form at Ormiston Victory Academy.

All of our applications are now made using Applicaa, which can be accessed through the following link:

https://victory.applicaa.com/

During GCSE you have studied many different topics that have given you a broad knowledge of science. During this time, you have developed a great number of different laboratory skills. In AAQ Applied Science, you are going to build upon these fundamental skills to develop your laboratory skills even further and look deeper into some of the core concepts within science. This course has been developed to ensure that you are not judged purely on the outcome of 3 exams at the end of a two year course. You will be examined on the core concepts of science but you will have the opportunity to demonstrate your writing and study skills, giving you a grade that is in equal measure; examination and coursework.

We are currently considering changing AAQ Applied Science to AAQ Medical Science. A final decision will made closer to the time and discussed with our intake.

Principles an Applications of Biology - This unit explores the key components of biological science and is covered in Year 12.

Principles an Applications of Chemistry - This unit explores the key components of Chemical science and is covered in Year 12.

Principles an Applications of Physics - This unit explores the key components of Physical science and is covered in Year 12.

Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques - Students will be introduced to quantitative laboratory techniques, including chromatography, colorimetry and laboratory safety.

Science Investigation Skills/Contemporary Issues in Science - This unit enables students to gain an understanding and the skills required to undertake an investigative project

All students are expected to meet specific deadlines for work throughout both years of their studies. Work must be referenced and complete in it’s form. Student are also expected to have impeccable attendance to lessons so they don’t miss out on practical aspects of the course. Our team of specialist teachers will then facilitate learning so that the maximum potential can be reached by our students

To study Vocational / Technical Qualifications: A minimum of 30 points. These points will be accumulated from your top 8 KS4 grades. For example a student who achieves the following grades would meet the entry criteria.

E.g 5+5+4+4+3+3+3+3 = 30 points (Average grade 3.75)

Some Vocational qualifications will require a Level 2 Merit or grade 4 to access them

Entry criteria is a guide and interviews will be conducted with candidates to confirm if they are suitable to follow their selected courses.

Aerospace Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Technician in industry