Applied/Medical Science (Vocational)

For All courses except Beauty - choose three first choice subjects from four different option blocks. You will be asked just before submitting your application to choose three second choice subjects. They must be from the same Option Blocks as you first choices. For instance, if your first three choices are from Blocks A,B and D your second choice courses must also be from Blocks A, B and D

For Beauty just choose this subject by itself.

In order to follow an academic Level 3 programme of study you must achieve five or more GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 5 or above, including English Language or Literature and Mathematics.

In order to follow a vocational or mixed Level 3 programme of study, it is desirable that you achieve five or more GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 5 or above, including English Language or Literature and Mathematics. Those students without a 4 in English or mathematics, will take a level 2 qualification in these as part of their studies.

In addition you must achieve the GCSE grades specified for individual subjects which is outlined under each of the course descriptions

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

In order to follow a Vocational or mixed Level 3 programme of study you should have achieved five or more GCSE (or equivalent) Grade 5s or above, including English Language or Literature and mathematics although we will apply some flexibility where you can demonstrate aptitude and enthusiasm for this subject, yet you may not fully match our entry requirements. Those students without a 4 in English or mathematics, will take a level 2 qualification in these as part of their studies.

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