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- Mark Shenton
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Extended Certificate in Applied Science (BTEC -AQQ)
Sandwich Technology School
Deal Road, Sandwich, Kent, CT13 0FA
Available start dates
Available start dates
Application Instructions
Applications Open: - 7th November 2025
Applications Close: - 8th June 2026 (Applications will still be considered after this date)
Other Information:- Please select a minimum of three A-Level courses. Contact Mark.Shenton@sandwich-tech.kent.sch.uk for further course information
Entry Requirements: Some courses have additional entry requirements. These can be found on the prospectus.
Level 3 - 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or higher including English and Mathematics.
Transition - 5 GCSEs at grade 3 or higher. Either English or Mathematics must be at a grade 4.
How to Apply: - Please apply via KentChoices
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Course Summary
Why study this subject?
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science enables students to study the principles and applications of Biology, Chemistry and Physics, as well as practical scientific procedures and techniques. Students will also have the opportunity to develop their investigation skills or explore contemporary issues in science.
The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and links to learning in other A Levels such as Psychology and Sociology.
Course Details
Units that will be studied
The course comprises of the 4 mandatory units:
Unit 1 – Principles and Applications of Biology
Unit 2 – Principles and Applications of Chemistry
Unit 3 – Principles and Applications of Physics
Unit 4 – Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
Students will then also study 1 of the following optional units:
Unit 5 – Scientific Investigation skills
Unit 6 – Contemporary Issues in Science
How will it be delivered and assessed?
Unit 1 Mandatory Principles and Applications of Biology External Exam 16.7% 60 GLH
Unit 2
Mandatory Principles and Applications of Chemistry External Exam 16.7% 60 GLH
Unit 3
Mandatory Principles and Applications of Physics External Exam 16.7% 60GLH
Unit 4
Mandatory Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques Internal 25% 90 GLH
Unit 5
Optional Scientific Investigation skills Internal 25% 90 GLH
Unit 6
Optional Contemporary Issues in Science Internal 25% 90 GLH
Entry requirements
Additional Entry Requirements
A grade 4 in Science subject.
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