BTEC Applied Science (Single)
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy
Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy , Green Street Green Road , Dartford, Kent, DA1 1QE
Available start dates
Available start dates
Application Instructions
Applications Open - 12 November 2025
Applications Close
Entry Requirements - All entry requirements can be found in our course directory here.
How to Apply - To apply for Post-16 at Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy, please follow the link to Applicaa, our admissions registration form:https://sgla.applicaa.com/sixthform
You are welcome to come to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy on Thursday 20th August after midday or on Friday 21st August to enrol if you have the entry requirements.Please bring a parent with you together with a paper copy of your GCSE results, proof of address, proof of Date of Birth (Passport or Birth Certificate) proof of immigration status (if applicable). You will still need to apply online on Applicaa
You can email Head of P-16 - sophie.dickinson@sgla.latrust.org.uk with any questions
Course Summary
Designed for learners who are interested in learning about the sector
alongside other fields of study, with a view to progressing to a wide range of higher education courses, not necessarily in applied science.
To be taken as part of a programme of study that includes other appropriate BTEC Nationals or A Levels.
Course Details
● Principles and Applications of Science
● Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
● Science Investigation Skills
● Topic 4: Able to select one from a range of 8 units
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Unit one is examined through a one and a half hour written exam. Unit 2 is assessed internally through practical assessments. All optional units are assessed internally through the completion of assignments.
Entry requirements
- 5+ GCSE 9-4 grades
- Grade 5 in Mathematics
- Minimum grade 5-5+ in Combined Science or minimum Grade 5 in Separate Scienc
Your next steps...
This course will prepare you for an Undergraduate degree course at University.
Careers could include:
- Microbiologist
- Nature Conservation Officer
- Research Scientist
- Environmental Officer
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