Applied Science AAQ Extended Certificate

Applications Open: - 13th November 2025

Applications Close: - January 2026

Entry Requirements: - 5 levels 4 grades including English Language

How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices

Applied Science is extremely useful for a range of careers, in a variety of different sectors within the science profession. The course will suit many students as the pathway after completion of the course can take many routes including university, apprenticeships or straight into work. The specification complements other Post 16 courses, such as Psychology and Geography. There are both coursework and exam-based elements, with some extended writing.

Extended Certificate (2-year course) - Equivalent in size to one A Level

Unit 1: Principles and Applications of Biology (Exam)

Unit 2: Principles and Applications of Chemistry (Exam)

Unit 3: Principles and Applications of Physics (Exam)

Unit 4: Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques (Coursework)

Unit 5: Science Investigation Skills (Coursework)

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Unit 6: Contemporary Issues in Science (Coursework)

This AAQ Extended Certificate qualification is equivalent in size to 1 A level and has been designed as part of a two year programme.

To be accepted onto the course a student should have at least a grade 5 in Science, English and Maths. including English. Level 2 Science or equivalent is not essential but preferred. Essay writing skills are also desirable. Students are expected to have a wider interest in Science.

The qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers, as contributing to admission requirements to many relevant applied science courses and many others where the analysis skills and report writing skills are valued.

Career opportunities and pathways include nursing, midwifery, a range of health care professions, teaching, police, government agencies etc.