First Award in Principles of Applied Science
Pearson BTEC BTEC First Award in Principles of Applied Science
Level 2
School Leavers
22 weeks
January 2025
Full-time
David Hockney Building
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
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.
- Principles of Science
- Chemistry and Our Earth
- Energy and Our Universe
- Biology and Our Environment
Entry to this course requires 3 GCSEs at a grade A-D or 9-3 including GCSE Maths and English Language.
Assessment includes assignments, presentations, observation of practical work and practical lab written reports.
There are opportunities for work placement on this course.
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
If you are 16 to 18 years old you won’t have to pay tuition fees. If you’re 19 or older you may need to pay a fee.
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.
