Applied Science AAQ (Cambridge Advanced National)
90980
- Start:
- September
- Duration:
- 2 years
- Level:
- 3
Course Details
Applied Science offers hands-on learning in biology, chemistry, and physics, blending theory with real-world practice. Perfect for careers in healthcare, engineering, or lab work, it builds critical skills like analysis and problem-solving. Prepare for university or the workforce with this versatile and industry-relevant qualification.
Applied Science is a practical and career-focused qualification designed for students interested in how science is used in real-world contexts. It combines elements of biology, chemistry, and physics with an emphasis on application in health, industry, and the environment. Learners develop scientific knowledge alongside key skills such as data handling, problem-solving, and laboratory techniques. Assessment is through a mix of coursework, practical investigations, and exams, making it accessible to a wide range of learners.
In class, the applied science sessions will be a combination of techer-led tutorials, where you will be learning all of the relevant theory, practical sessions, where you will be performing experiments, and controlled coursework sessions, where you will be completing assignments.
Applied science is a great route into higher education for qualifications and careers that focus more on the practical aspects of the scientific process, such as being a lab technician in schools, universities, the NHS and pharmaceutical companies, or for scientific support roles in fields such as healthcare, pathology or biomedical labs.
You will need a minimum or five GCSEs, including English at grade 5 and Maths at grade 4 together with three other subjects at grade 4 or above.
Additional entry requirements:
- A minimum of a grade 5-5 in GCSE Combined Science, or grade 5s in individual sciences. You will also need a minimum of a grade 4 in GCSE Maths
The College will always treat each applicant as an individual. Should you not have or not expect to obtain the grades stated above, or not have relevant industry-related experience, the College would still welcome your application for this course as this will enable us to identify whether this course is, in fact, the right course for you or whether another course may be more appropriate.
University Guarantee
Every Sefton Sixth Form College student who successfully achieves a Level 3 qualification and meets attendance and entry requirements, is guaranteed a place on a course at the Hugh Baird University Centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions that we are often asked:
Most students study 3 subjects, plus an Enhancement activity. Alongside these, students are assigned a Personal Development group and attend weekly sessions.
Yes.
Yes, students can access our Bursary Package that can help with associated costs, for example; travel, food and equipment. Find out more here.
Yes. During the interview process you will be introduced to a member of our Learner Support Team if necessary. We will take initial details of access arragements. This can be discussed again at enrolment, with follow up appointments with the team during the first few weeks of term.
Yes. You will have timetabled sessions each day of the week. There will be times when you are not in a lesson; this is your personal study time. During these sessions you will be completing activities which mean you are prepared for your subject lessons. This includes completing homework, revision, Brainscape decks, coursework tasks etc.
