Bedford College Science Information & Guidance

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Science at Bedford College

Science at Bedford College

Science at Bedford College

Science at Bedford College

Science at Bedford College

Courses in science at Bedford College funded for 16–19-year-olds • Science Foundation Year (Level 2) • T Level Science (Level 3) • T Level Healthcare Science (Level 3) • BTEC Applied Science (Level 3)

Science Foundation Year (Level 2)

Entry requirements: 3 x GCSEs at grade 3 or above.

Prepare for Level 3 study.

One year course.

• Work preparation and employability skills • Technical skills • Pastoral support and personal development • English and Maths GCSE

• Entry requirements: 4 x GCSEs at grade 4 or above (including English, Maths and Science).

• Two year course.

• Equivalent to 3 A Levels This course is suitable for anyone interested in a career in science.

• Work preparation and employability skills • Includes 9 weeks minimum working with an employer on an industry placement • Technical skills • Pastoral support and personal development

T Level Science (Level 3)

This course is suitable for anyone interested in a career in science, for example a laboratory technician.

T Level Healthcare Science (Level 3)

This course is suitable for anyone interested in a career in health or science. Students can progress into roles such as a Healthcare Science Assistant.

BTEC Applied Science (Level 3)

In the first year you will study biology, chemistry and physics.

In the second year the options are: • Biomedical Science • Analytical Forensic Science

Progression from college • Laboratory Technician • Healthcare Science Assistant • Apprenticeships • HNC/D in science at Bedford College • Environmental Science at the University of Northampton • Biomedical Science at Leicester University • Paramedic Science at Coventry University