Applied Science Level 2
BTEC Diploma
This course is suitable if you want to pursue a career in science or study advanced level science.
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Level 2
Attendance - Full-time
Duration - 1 year
Start date - September-June
Where -
2 Locations
Huddersfield Centre
Pioneer Higher Skills Centre
Course Overview
This course will allow you to experience what scientists do in their work, covering biology, chemistry, forensic science and physics, developing your practical, and scientific skills. You will cover a range of units relating directly to the skills, knowledge and behaviours expected by employers in the science industry. You will work in our fully-equipped laboratories that have state-of-the-art resources enabling you to progress in your science career.
You will develop knowledge and skills related to fundamental concepts. You will work in our four fully-equipped science laboratories, as well as our specialist forensic suite where you will be able to learn how to look for clues in helping to solve crimes!
Working across the core sciences, you will study a number of units, including how the body works, crime scene analysis, chemistry and our earth and energy and the universe.
Work experience is a mandatory part of the course that will enable you to gain the skills and knowledge of how science has evolved in the workplace. We have a dedicated Work Placement team that will help you to get an insight into a specific sector of your choice. Outside of the science laboratories, you will have industry visits and trips to further your learning.
This course will allow you to experience what scientists do in their work, covering biology, chemistry, forensic science and physics, developing your practical, and scientific skills. You will cover a range of units relating directly to the skills, knowledge and behaviours expected by employers in the science industry. You will work in our fully-equipped laboratories that have state-of-the-art resources enabling you to progress in your science career.
Working across the core sciences, you will study a number of units, including how the body works, crime scene analysis, chemistry and our earth and energy and the universe.
You will develop knowledge and skills related to fundamental concepts. You will work in our four fully-equipped science laboratories, as well as our specialist forensic suite where you will be able to learn how to look for clues in helping to solve crimes!
Work experience is a mandatory part of the course that will enable you to gain the skills and knowledge of how science has evolved in the workplace. We have a dedicated Work Placement team that will help you to get an insight into a specific sector of your choice. Outside of the science laboratories, you will have industry visits and trips to further your learning.
Core Skills Gained:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs with the following grades: English and maths at grade 3 or above and 2 other GCSEs at 3 or above including a science subject.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
If you have an EHCP then please be aware that the college needs to have agreed, via the consultation period with your local authority, that we can meet the needs outlined in your EHCP before you can start on a course with us.
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You can go on to employment in a scientific and technical area, for example laboratories and production research and development.
You will be assessed by assignments, exams and practical work.
Why work in the Sciences Industry?
Employment in Natural Sciences roles are down NAN% since 2021
Wide range of jobs in the Sciences Industry
Excellent choice of employers in the Sciences Industry
Considered a career in the Sciences?
If you’re not sure what to study, why not find out more information about different types of possible careers? Or if you know what you career you want to do but not sure what you need to study, we can help you get one step closer to that dream job.
Qualifications & levels explained
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