Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science
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Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science
Overview
About the course
This course is ideal for School Leavers who want to pursue a career in biology, chemistry of physics. It is equivalent to three A Levels and provides a route into university or higher education.
The Applied Science course enables students to develop a broad understanding of a wide range of scientific principles and procedures in all three sciences. If you have a real interest in Science and prefers coursework to exams, the Applied Science course is a good background for further study and employment in many scientific areas
The content of the course represents how all three major science disciplines are employed in real situations and therefore the students will be required to apply their knowledge to a range of different organisations that use science
A variety of teaching and learning styles are used all with the aim of providing you with the skills required to complete the assignments. You will become more confident in many areas including team working, independent research and time management.
Start as a college student, finish as a graduate
After successfully completing this course you also benefit from the chance to stay with us at University Centre Farnborough. This gives you a path to graduating with a degree or higher education course without the costs of moving away, all while studying in a familiar and supportive environment.
Higher education courses you may be interested in studying with us after your School Leavers course:
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this course then please contact us by phone on 01252 40 55 55 or message us.
Your course
What modules are covered?
Year 1:
- Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Science
- Unit 2: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
- Unit 3: Science Investigation Skills
- Unit 4: Laboratory Techniques and their applications
- Unit 10: Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways
- Unit 15: Electrical Circuits and their Application
Year 2:
- Unit 5: Principles and applications of Science ll
- Unit 6: Investigative Project
- Unit 7: Contemporary Issues in Science
- Unit 8: Physiology of Human Body Systems
- Unit 18: Industrial Chemical Reactions
- Unit 19: Practical Chemical Analysis
- Unit 21: Medical Physics Applications
How will I be assessed?
Assessment is 100% coursework - as all units are portfolio based - with no exam. This is suitable if you prefer portfolio assessment or find examinations particularly stressful. As coursework forms such an important part of this qualification, prospective students should be aware that this creates a steady workload throughout the year.
Your future
What Next?
Opportunities exist to follow a degree course in science or you might choose another Higher Education course. You could also undertake an HND/ Foundation degree in Science and related programmes.
If you decide to go to university you could take a degree in subjects such as:
- Applied Biology
- Applied Chemistry
- Chemical Engineering
- Applied Physics
- Applied Science
- Material Science
- Forensic science
Alternatively, having achieved a vocational qualification, you may choose to move directly into employment. There are many careers available in science today, including technical support.
- Research laboratory in pharmaceuticals
- Hospital laboratory
- Forensic science laboratory
- Laboratory in a school, college or university
- Environmental science laboratory
Entry Requirements
What previous qualifications and experience will I need?
From School
- Five GCSEs at grades 9-4
- To include English and maths GCSEs at 9-4
From College
- Relevant level 2 qualification at merit grade or higher
- English and/or maths at level 2 or higher
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Course Enquiry
Please contact us through the form below. After submitting a form we will contact you as soon as possible. We will delete your information one month after the beginning of the next academic year.