BTEC Applied Science SINGLE Award Level 3

Applications Open: - 3rd November 2025

Applications Close: - 31st March 2026

Entry Requirements: - Our Sixth Form entry requirements are five GCSEs at Grade 4 and above for the 'A' Level Pathway (in addition to some individual subject entry requirements) and 4 GCSEs at Grade 4 and above for the Vocational (BTEC) Pathway. The course information gives specific details of course content and entry requirements. Please also refer to the Sixth Form Prospectus for the specific entry requirements for the chosen subjects.

Students need to select the equivalent of 3 A Levels or more. (Triple BTEC counts as 3, Double BTEC counts as 2). Subjects are grouped into option blocks, please be aware that not all combinations are possible.

In addition to academic requirements stated above a place will be dependent on the receipt of a satisfactory school reference.

How to Apply: - Please apply via Kent Choices if you area a student from another school.

Please visit our website www.stanselmscanterbury.org.uk for more information.

BTEC Applied Science embodies a fundamentally learner-centred approach to the curriculum, with a flexible, unit-based structure and knowledge applied in project-based assessments. It focuses on the holistic development of the practical, interpersonal and thinking skills required to be able to succeed in employment and higher education. This course was developed in conjunction with many employers, higher education providers, colleges and schools to ensure that their needs are met.

You can feel proud to achieve a BTEC because, whatever your plans in life – whether you decide to study further, go on to work or an apprenticeship, or set up your own business – your BTEC National will be your passport to success in the next stage of your life.

3 Mandatory units:

• Principles and Applications of Science
• Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
• Science Investigations Skills

I Optional unit from:

• Physiology of Human Body Systems
• Human Regulation and Reproduction
• Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways
• Genetics and Genetic Engineering
• Diseases and Infections
• Applications of Organic Chemistry
• Electrical Circuits and their Application
• Astronomy and Space Science

New BTEC courses, such as this BTEC Applied Science course, are more demanding than previous courses and will involve you having to undertake and complete a range of units, be organised, carry out some assessments that we will set and mark, and keep a portfolio of your assignments, which is moderated and awarded at the end, Pass, Merit or Distinction..

The course is a 60 credit and roughly 360 learning hours, equivalent in size to 1 A Level.

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or above including Grade 4 in Combined Science

Please note that Core Maths (1 year course) would be a beneficial addition to this subject (where Mathematics A Level is not studied) as it will aid the mathematical elements of the course.

Employers are looking for recruits with a thorough grounding in the latest industry requirements and work-ready skills such as teamwork. Higher education needs students who have experience of research, extended writing and meeting deadlines. It is for these reasons that this Level 3 BTEC award, which covers all of the three science disciplines (Biology, Chemistry and Physics), is an ideal course for students who are thinking about careers in nursing, vet nursing, paramedics, midwifery, forensic science and basic pharmacology.