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 Applicca, our admissions registration form:https://sgla.applicaa.com/sixthform
You are welcome to come to Sir Geoffrey Leigh Academy 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 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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