Applied Science - BTEC First Diploma

BTEC

In Preston

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Preston

On this course you will study the following topics: scientific principles. science and the world of work. chemistry applications. physical science applications. biological applications. anatomy and physiology

Facilities

Location

Start date

Preston (Lancashire)
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St Vincent'S Road, PR2 8UR

Start date

On request

About this course

You will need to be aged 16 to 18 and have 28 GCSE points including Biology or Chemistry at Grade D or Core & Applied Science or Additional Science at Grade DD or above. (Please see the `How to Apply` section on this leaflet, a copy of our school leaver prospectus, or visit the school leaver section of this website for more details). Adults can also apply for this course and would need to...

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Applied Science - BTEC First Diploma

Course ID:
PC12968

Academy:
Maths, Science and ICT

Introduction:
This Intermediate Level course is made up of six assignment based units. It is a very practical course which will help to develop your practical techniques and the range of skills required by a science technician in the workplace.

Study Mode & Location:
This one year full-time course will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR1 8UR.

Course Content:
On this course you will study the following topics:

  • scientific principles
  • science and the world of work
  • chemistry applications
  • physical science applications
  • biological applications
  • anatomy and physiology


Assessment:
Throughout your course you will be assessed internally on assignment work. There are no examinations. You will also continue to develop your maths and English skills.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Successful completion of this course will allow you to progress onto a BTEC National Certificate or Diploma in Applied Science or Health & Social Care or Sports Science. Previous students have progressed to the National Diploma or to employment in the Science industry.

How To Apply
To apply for a course at Preston College you will need to complete and return a College application form. Application Forms are available in our school leaver prospectuses or we can send one out to you.

Work Out Your Point Score
You will need to let us know on your application form your predicted exam grades and your point score. To work out your point score, you must use the grades that you get for GCSE Maths and English Language, and then your next best 5 grades. At Preston College, the level of course you start on will depend upon your point score. Your grades are worth the following points:

GCSE Grades
  • A* = 8 points
  • A = 7 points
  • B = 6 points
  • C = 5 points
  • D = 4 points
  • E = 3 points
  • F = 2 points
  • G = 1 point


(GCSE short courses are worth half the score of a full GCSE. Applied GCSEs are equivalent to two single GCSEs, eg an Applied GCSE at Grade C is worth 10 GCSE points).

GNVQ Foundation Part 1 (Equivalent to two GCSEs)
  • Distinction = 8 points
  • Merit = 6 points
  • Pass = 4 points


GNVQ Intermediate Part 1 (Equivalent to two GCSEs)
  • Distinction = 14 points
  • Merit = 12 points
  • Pass = 10 points


Full GNVQ Intermediate (Equivalent to four GCSEs)
  • Distinction = 28 points
  • Merit = 24 points
  • Pass = 20 points


NVQs
NVQ Level 1 = 8 points. (NVQ Level 1 courses are equivalent to two GCSEs at Grade D and guarantee progression to NVQ Level 2 courses in the same subject area).

Certificates of Achievement
Up to 22 points will be awarded to students with Certificates of Achievement, for example AQA units, Compact 2000 and NPRA units. The Schools` Recruitment Team will inform you if you qualify.

Requirement
You will need to be aged 16 to 18 and have 28 GCSE points including Biology or Chemistry at Grade D or Core & Applied Science or Additional Science at Grade DD or above. (Please see the `How to Apply` section on this leaflet, a copy of our school leaver prospectus, or visit the school leaver section of this website for more details). Adults can also apply for this course and would need to attend an interview.

Applied Science - BTEC First Diploma

Price on request