First Award in Principles of Applied Science
Level 2
School Leavers
1 Academic Year
September 2024
Full-time
Overview
Do you have a passion for science and want to pursue this as a career?
This course will provide the foundation required to get you set for an exciting career in the science industry. This course is perfect if you have a passion for problem solving and investigation and a good eye for detail.
You’ll learn both the principles and applications of all three sciences. You will also be able to develop your skills in Maths and English.
Key Info
What You Will Learn
You can expect hands-on practical learning combined with gaining a good grasp of theory.
You will study in our specialist laboratories and be taught by highly skilled and experienced tutors. You’ll get a great insight into the career paths available across a range of scientific careers.
Modules
- Principles of Science
- Chemistry and Our Earth
- Energy and Our Universe
- Biology and Our Environment
Entry Requirements
Entry to this course requires 3 GCSEs at a grade A-D or 9-3 including GCSE Maths and English Language.
Assessment
Assessment includes assignments, presentations, observation of practical work and practical lab written reports.
Work Experience
There are opportunities for work placement on this course.
Progression
Successful completion of this course can lead to further study or employment.
The skills and knowledge you gain on the course will enable you to progress on to advanced qualifications such as the BTEC Level 2 Extended Certificate in Applied Science.
Careers in this area include:
- Environmental Science
- Food Science
- Scientific Research
- Quality Control
- Hospital Laboratory work
- Product Testing
Fees & Additional Costs
If you are 19 years old or over you may need to pay fees for your Further Education studies.
Course fees depend on your age and course level.
You may be exempt from paying fees though, or eligible to pay a reduced fee – known as fee remission.
If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 and studying on a full-time or part-time Further Education course, you will not pay tuition or examination fees.
This covers all Further Education courses, functional skills for English and Maths courses.
You will need to pay for course costs such as books, stationery, special equipment, exams, registration fee, travel, meals and any other course-related activities.
Help towards these costs is available for many students.
This is representative of the most common fees scenario, but actual fees can vary depending on a number of factors. Please contact us if you need more guidance.
If you have any questions or require any additional information, please contact [email protected]
Disclaimer: Our prospectus, college documents and website are simply here to offer a guide. We accept no liability for any inaccurate statements and are not responsible for any negative outcomes if you rely on an inaccurate statement. We reserve the right to withdraw any programmes or service at any time.
