Applied Science

Course Specification	Cambridge Advanced National AAQ in Applied Science
Subject Specific Entry Requirements	Combined Science at Grades 4-4 or above.
Costs Associated with this Course	Students will be expected to purchase a revision guide (approx £10.00)

 

Course offered:

Extended Certificate in Applied Science (1 x A level equivalent)

Specification code: H151

Qualification number: 610/3948/2

Who is this Qualification for?

The Cambridge Advanced National AAQ in Applied Science is intended as a vocational qualification for post-16 learners who want to continue their education through applied learning and who aim to progress to higher education and ultimately to employment, possibly in the applied science sector. The qualification is equivalent in size to one A Level and weighted with 60% of marks from coursework and the remaining 40% from external exam results.

 

What will I study?

 

The content of this qualification has been developed in consultation with academics a variety of institutions, including some ‘Russell Group’ universities, to ensure that it supports progression to higher education. Employers and professional bodies have also been involved and consulted to confirm that the content is appropriate and consistent with current practice for learners planning to enter employment directly in the applied science sector. Learners will study 5 units over the two-year course, 2 of which are assessed by external exams with the chance of 2 resists and 3 based on teacher marked coursework with moderation by the exam board.

How will you be assessed?  

Year 12:

F180 Fundamentals of Science External Exam Unit which includes content from all 3 Sciences plus set practical work.

F182 Investigating Science Internal Coursework Unit based on practical science investigations and data analysis using assignments set by the exam board.

Year 13:

F181 Science in society External Exam Unit which focussed on how scientists work and collaborate, handling scientific data and developments in science.

And 2 from the following coursework unit options which will be chosen by the subject leader based on staff availability:

F183 Analytical Techniques in Chemistry

F184 Environmental Studies

F185 Forensic Biology

F186 Medical Physics 

What skills would this qualification provide?

• Develop key knowledge, understanding and skills, relevant to the subject.
• Think creatively, innovatively, analytically, logically and critically.
• Develop valuable communication skills that are important in all aspects of further study and life.
• Develop transferable learning and skills, such as evaluation, planning, presentation and research skills, that are important for progression to HE and can be applied to real-life contexts and work situations.
• Develop independence and confidence in applying the knowledge and skills that are vital for progression to HE and relevant to the health and social care sector and more widely. 

What could this qualification lead to?

The requirements of the qualification will mean that learners develop the transferable and higher skills which are valued by higher education providers and employers.

The qualification carries UCAS points and is recognised by higher education providers as contributing to meeting admission requirements for many courses.

• Health Care – Nursing and Therapists 

• Radiography 

• Biomedical Sciences 

• Agriculture & Horticulture 

• Pharmacy 

• Engineering (need Maths)