Introduction
Applied Science studies Biology, Chemistry and Physics, set in vocational contexts. You should consider this course if you are enthusiastic about science but cannot decide on a single science, or if you are interested in studying an Applied Science degree at university or apprenticeship level.
Where does it lead?
Applied Science is useful for anyone entering employment in the science sector, for example, in a laboratory or as a health care professional. The qualification is widely accepted by employers and universities for courses such as forensic science, biomedical science, healthcare careers including nursing and midwifery, veterinary nursing and engineering apprenticeships.
Course details
Year 12
Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Biology
Unit 2: Principles and Applications of Chemistry
Unit 3: Principles and Applications of Physics
Unit 1 and 2 assessed by external written examination at the end of Year 12.
Unit 4: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
Externally set coursework assignments spanning Years 12 and 13
Year 13
Unit 3: Principles and Applications of Physics continued, assessed in January of Year 13.
Unit 5: Science Investigation Skills
Larger internally set coursework assignment with a higher level of autonomy