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Science (Applied) - BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate
St Gregory's Catholic School
Reynolds Lane, TUNBRIDGE WELLS, TN4 9XL
National Award (BTEC)
Level 3
Available start dates
Available start dates
Wednesday, 01 September 2027
St Gregory's Catholic School
2 Year(s)
Full time
Daytime/working hours
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Application Instructions
Applications Open: 3 November 2025 at 9.00am
Applications Close: 31 January 2026 at 5.00pm
Entry Requirements: At least five GCSE's at grade 4 or above. In addition, you will need to achieve specific subject entry requirements for all subjects.
How to Apply - September 2026 entry
Applications will open on Applicaa on 3 November 2025. Please refer to our Course Guide which lists subjects available along with entry criteria - this can be found on our website under Sixth Form Admissions along with our Admissions Policy. Please note our Course Guide for 2025 entry is currently displayed, Course Guide for 2026 will be available shortly.
If you need advice on Sixth Form courses or completing an application, please email sixthformadmissions@sgschool.org.uk or phone 01892 527444.
When applying students MUST enter three subject choices PLUS a reserve - in preference order - one being first choice and four being the reserve.
Please do not enter a fifth choice. Please note some subjects cannot be studied together - these are indicated on the relevant subject page and also in the Course Guide.
Internal Applicants to Sixth Form (current St Gregory’s students)
Our current students will join a Sixth Form Taster Day in September 2025, this is an opportunity to experience Sixth Form subjects and lessons.
All students will receive ongoing support and guidance with the online application process through discussions with dedicated members of staff, subject leaders and members of the Sixth Form team. Students will also receive a session with an external Careers Advisor.
External Applicants to Sixth Form
External applicants will be required to submit their applications via Applicaa using the link provided on the school website on 3 November 2026.
External applicants will also need to complete a Sixth Form Supplementary Information Form (SIF) if they are Catholic or 'Looked After' children. This can be found on the school website under Learn/Sixth Form/Sixth Form Admissions - Supplementary Information Form 2025-26. This must be returned to sixthformadmissions@sgschool.org.uk by the closing date.
Prospective students may be invited into school for a meeting with the Sixth Form team.
Course Summary
Students will learn how theoretical science can be applied in the workplace. They will complete three mandatory units and one optional unit with a clear focus on practical work.
Independent study commitment:
Five hours per week minimum.
Course Details
The course is split evenly with three compulsory units and one optional unit completed over the two year course. 58% of the final grade is externally assessed and the other 42% is internally assessed through coursework.
Year 12 Units
Unit 1 - Principles and applications of science.
Assessment: 1.5 hour examination in June of Year 12.
Unit 2 - Practical scientific procedures and techniques
Assessment: internal assessment with external moderation.
Year 13 Units
Unit 3 - Science investigative skills
Assessment: 1.5 hour examination in January of Year 13 after students have carried out a practical investigation.
Unit 10 - Biochemistry
Assessment: internal assessment with external moderation.
How will it be delivered and assessed?
A combination of classroom study, self study and enrichment activities.
Entry requirements
GCSE: 4 in Mathematics; 4 in English; 4 in Science
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Why study Applied Science?
Employability skills, such as team working and entrepreneurialism, and practical hands-on skills have been built into the design of the learning aims and content. This gives students the opportunity to use relevant contexts, scenarios and materials to develop a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates the breadth of their skills and knowledge in a way that equips them for employment.
This is an excellent course for anyone who enjoys science but does not want to study at A Level.
Where can it lead?
This qualification is recognised by UCAS and has a recognised tariff value. Many universities will accept this qualification for admission onto courses such as nursing, midwifery, biomedical science and other applied science courses.
The BTEC can lead to careers as a laboratory technician, nursing, paramedic and more.
What does it combine well with? Applied Science BTEC has some common content with A Level Biology. Chemistry and Physics also combine well it and it works well with Criminology and Psychology.
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