BTEC National Diploma Applied Science

BTEC

In Tottenham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    BTEC

  • Location

    Tottenham

  • Duration

    2 Years

BTEC National Diploma is a very good alternative to Science AS/A2 Level for those with a strong commitment to science as a career and who prefer continuous assessment. The course provides a general science background and puts it into a useful industrial context and shows how it has many vocational applications. The specific pathway chosen within the Diploma programme is Medical Science.

Important information

Government funding available

Facilities

Location

Start date

Tottenham (London)
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N17 8HR

Start date

On request

About this course

Minimum 4 relevant GCSE at A* -C including Additional Science and English or a First Diploma at Merit in a relevant vocational area. A grade C in GCSE Mathematics is also desirable.

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BTEC National Diploma Applied Science
BTEC National Diploma is a very good alternative to Science AS/A2 Level for those with a strong commitment to science as a career and who prefer continuous assessment. The course provides a general science background and puts it into a useful industrial context and shows how it has many vocational applications. The specific pathway chosen within the Diploma programme is Medical Science.

What will I be doing?
Year 1 Units

  • Fundamentals of science
  • Working in the science industry
  • Scientific investigation
  • Scientific practical techniques
  • Perceptions of science
  • Applications of number for science technicians
(optional for diploma):
  • Using science in the workplace
  • Physiology of human body systems
  • Chemistry for biology technicians
  • Chemical laboratory techniques
Year 2 Units
  • Mathematics for science technicians
  • Biochemical techniques
  • Microbiological techniques
  • Genetics & genetic engineering
  • Industrial applications of chemical reactions
  • Industrial applications of organic chemistry
  • Biomedical science techniques
  • Physiology of human regulation and reproduction
  • Physiological investigations
How will I be assessed?
All units will be assessed by assignments / projects / exercises set by your tutors and marked internally. You will be expected to keep a portfolio of your work.

What can I do after completing this course?
This course prepares you for employment in the scientific and health industries or into university scientific subjects such as Biological Sciences, Pharmacy or Radiography.

BTEC National Diploma Applied Science

Price on request