Full Time Forensic Science BTEC Extended Diploma Level 3

Forensic Science BTEC Extended Diploma (Level 3)
Course content
The Level 3 Extended Diploma has 18 units. Specialist Forensic Science units are taken in year two. It is hoped to offer a Medical Science Extended Diploma in the future. Students taking the Extended Diploma are expected to study the Welsh Baccalaureate.
The units are still to be finalised, but based on previous years these are typical options:

• Fundamentals of Science
• Working in the Science Industry
• Scientific Practical Techniques
• Perceptions of Science
• Application of Numbers for Science Technicians
• Mathematics for Science Technicians
• Using Science in the Workplace
• Medical Physics Techniques
• Scientific Investigation
• Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction
• Microbiological Techniques
• Genetics and Genetic Engineering
• Statistics for Science Technicians
• Informatics
• Physiology of Human Body Systems
• Practical Chemical Analysis
• Chemical Laboratory Techniques
• Criminology
• Criminal Psychology
• Forensic Psychology

Each unit is taught by a specialist lecturer. Assignments are set regularly and marks are posted online. Students†progress is overseen by their personal tutor and by the course team as a whole.
Level 3 BTEC qualifications are A Level standard qualifications and attract the same UCAS points.
The Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma is equivalent to three A-levels. The Level 3 Extended Diploma was formerly called the â€-National Diploma.†Level 3 BTECs equivalent to one or two A Levels are also available. See the details for the Diploma and the Subsidiary Diploma.
Duration
The Extended Diploma normally takes two years.
Qualifications gained
BTECs are graded on a Pass/Merit/Distinction scale. Pass is equivalent to E grade A Level. Merit is C grade and Distinction is A grade.
For the Extended Diploma, multiple grades are awarded. The best Extended Diploma score is DDD â€" three distictions, equal to three A grade A Levels.
Assessment
Every unit is assessed by coursework, which takes the form of essays, practical reports, presentations, minuted discussions etc. Most units have four assignments, which are divided into separate tasks â€" each with a deadline.

Progression
This is an ideal course for progression to Higher Education. Past students are studying for degrees in Medical Genetics, Biology, Paramedic Training, Forensic Science, Dental Technology, Criminology and Biochemistry.
Course Location
Tycoch Campus
Attendance
Full Time
Interview
An interview is required