Applied Science Diploma

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Applications close on Friday 26th January 2024

The main purpose of the qualification is to develop the scientific principles and practical techniques which will prepare learners to progress to higher education or employment in areas related to food, human or environmental science. You will learn to carry out experiments safely and accurately when testing products to yield results that can be used to inform the next stage in a scientific process.

This Extended Certificate is equivalent to one A Level and carries equivalent UCAS points.

Year 1:

Unit 1 – Science fundamentals (25%)

2 hours written paper – 90 marks

• comprises short answer questions and questions requiring more extended responses

• a scientific calculator may be used

Unit 2 – Laboratory techniques (25%)

2 hours written paper – 90 marks

• comprises short answer questions and questions requiring more extended responses

• a scientific calculator may be used

Year 2:

Unit 6 – Control of hazards in the laboratory (16.67%)

Non-examined assessment (NEA) work completed and assessed internally before being externally moderated by the exam board.

Unit 18 – Microbiology (16.67%)

Non-examined assessment (NEA) work completed and assessed internally before being externally moderated by the exam board.

Unit 21 – Product Testing Techniques (16.67%)

Non-examined assessment (NEA) work completed and assessed internally before being externally moderated by the exam board.

Qualification Grading

External assessments are graded Near Pass, Pass, Merit or Distinction.

NEA units are graded Pass, Merit or Distinction.

All units must achieve a grade to be awarded the full qualification which is graded Pass, Merit, Distinction or Distinction*

GCSE of 55 or above in Science plus 4 or above in Maths is essential.

Applied Science is a great choice of subject for students who would like to:

• progress to Higher Education (HE) in science-related subjects

• progress into science-related apprenticeships

• pursue a career in healthcare, laboratory work or research.

Learners should always check the entry requirements for degree programmes with specific higher education providers. Please note that this qualification will not be accepted if applying to Medicine, Veterinary Science or Dentistry.