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level 3 courses EDEXCEL BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science
What will I study?
The Extended Diploma in Applied Science prepares students for many roles in the science sector, for example as a technician in the areas of a laboratory or industrial science. This qualification can also be used to progress on to Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) to study medically related degree courses such as Forensic Science, Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Optometry, Radiography, Nursing or Chemistry related courses such as Pharmaceutical Chemistry. (please note: many Medical, Dental and Veterinary schools do not recognise this extended diploma as an entry qualification)
You will study a minimum of: 9 core units and 9 optional units. The core units include: 1. Fundamentals of Science 2. Scientific Practical Techniques 3. Perceptions of Science 4. Using mathematical tools in Science 5. Using Statistics in Science 6. Scientific investigations *Specialist units include a range of units from Biology, Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
What qualifications do I get?
Where do I go next?
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science which is equivalent to three GCSE A Levels.
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diplomas are valued by employers and higher Education Institutions (HEIs). If you want to get a job straight away you could work in: • A research laboratory in pharmaceuticals • A quality control laboratory in an industrial manufacturing laboratory • A hospital laboratory • A forensic science laboratory • A materials testing laboratory in the construction, paper or plastics industry • A laboratory in a school, college or university • An environmental science laboratory If you decide to go to university or college you could take a degree or a BTEC Higher National in Applied Science such as: • Applied Biology, Chemistry or Physics • Biomedical Science • Forensic Science, Pharmacy, Optometry, Nursing, Radiography In other words, the course prepares you for a range of careers in: Medicine, Food and Drink Industry; Cosmetics Industry. Environmental Health, Physical Science of Engineering.
Why study the subject?
How will I be assessed? The assessment is based on coursework either through assignments, practical reports in the laboratory or educational visits. Delivery of the course will be through the use of a mixture of theory and practical work.
What are the entry requirements? You must have at least 5 A*–C GCSE grades including a C in English Language and D in Maths or D in English Language and a C in Maths, and the following facilitating subjects: GCSE Additional Science, GCSE Applied Science, or GCSE Core Science at Grade C or better.