JW6 - Applied Science Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National

John Wallis Academy, The

Millbank Road, Kingsnorth, ASHFORD, Kent, TN23 3HG

Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ)

Level 3

Available start dates

Tuesday, 01 September 2026

The John Wallis Academy

2 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Application Instructions

Applications Open: Thursday 6th November 2025

Applications Close: Tuesday 31st March 2026

Entry Requirements: Please see specific course details.

Course Summary

Applied Science is engaging and future-focused, providing opportunities for students to learn in real, relatable and practical ways and designed to ensure that they develop critical knowledge and transferable skills to navigate the future. Applied Science is attainable for students whilst ensuring that they have a solid foundation of skills and knowledge, and the confidence to progress. Applied Science is accepted and supported by universities. It has been developed in collaboration with educators and universities to ensure students have the right combination of skills and knowledge for success in higher education.

Course Details

How will it be delivered and assessed?

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

Unit 6: Contemporary Issues in Science

Entry requirements

Grade Requirements:

Grade 4 and above in English

Grade 4 and above in Maths

Grade 55 and above in Science

Your next steps...

A qualification in Applied Science can lead to many degree level science courses including:

Psychology

Environmental Sciences

Biological Sciences

Medical professions

Food Science

Communication Industry

Satellite Communications

Materials Science

Applied Science allows for a variety of employment sectors including;

Science technician

Systems engineer

Horticulture

Service sector and teaching and education

Forensic scientist

Research scientist

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