
Head of Department
Mr. Andrew Goodwin
Head of Department
Pearson (BTEC Level 3)
Andrew Goodwin
Applied Science is ideal for anyone who is interested in science but doesn’t want to specialise in the individual Science Advanced Levels.
The Principles of Applied Science Award has been designed to deliver the Key Stage 4 Programme of Study for science by covering the key scientific principles vital for both scientists and citizens of the future. The qualification is appropriate for learners of all abilities who will benefit from a practical and applied approach to learning in a vocational context. It has been developed to:
Vocational learning in science is critical to enabling technical roles in the STEM sector to be supported. The qualification is appropriate for learners of all abilities who benefit from a practical and applied approach to learning in a vocational context. From the knowledge and skills developed in this qualification, a pupil may expect to seek employment at a junior level working in companies that manufacture pharmaceuticals, computerchip technology materials and food products; or in companies that investigate the causes of disease and help to combat pollution; or with energy companies and those that manufacture products reliant upon energy.
1 Principles of Science
External examination
2 Chemistry and Our Earth
Internal Assessment
3 Energy and Our Universe
Internal Assessment
4 Biology and Our Environment
Internal Assessment