Level 3 Applied Science with A levels

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Course Overview

This course is for 16- 19-year-old school leavers who are interested in developing their understanding of Science and People. If you are looking to work in a science-based industry to help and support people, this combination of subjects is ideal. You may want to move into the world of criminology, social care or public health; then this is a great starting point.

Entry Requirements

GCSE Grade 6 or a above in English Language & Maths, Science at grade 5 or above and at least 3 other subjects at grade 4 or above.

You will need to meet with the teaching team to discuss the course and your future plans for your career. This will take place at the point of enrolment.

What this course covers

Our level 3 mixed A Level/Voc programme give you the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in the general field of science with the addition of academic qualifications in Sociology and Psychology. This programme will be taught in collaboration with USP college using a combination of hands-on lab-based lessons and group theory lessons and workshops using our interactive connected classrooms, which allow students from both institutions to collaborate and develop together.

Assessment will be a combination of internal and external assignments and exams. Internal assignment-based work will be in the form of practical activities, experiments and reports. External exams will take place January and June, for the Applied Science qualification and May/June for the A Level subjects.

You will work towards achieving a L3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science, which is the equivalent of one A level, and then 2 separate A levels, in Psychology and Sociology.

Fees and funding

There will be textbooks required for the A Level Subjects. You may wish to purchase your own lab coat and safety glasses for lab work.

Progression

This course can lead to further student at University for a Batchelors Degree. You could also consider Higher Level Apprenticeship or direct application to employment.

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