Applied Science

AAQ Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science (OCR)

Please note: To study this course, you must meet the general Sixth Form entry requirements as well as the subject-specific entry requirements listed below.

View General Sixth Form Entry Requirements

This course provides learners with a minimum of 360 Guided Learning Hours (GLH), the equivalent of one A Level and is completed as a full-time course over 2 years. Learners will complete 5 units in total, 3 of which are mandatory units. 3 are studied in Year 12 and 2 in Year 13.

Mandatory Units

• Fundamentals in Science (90 GLH) 
• Science in Society (90 GLH)
• Investigating Science (90 GLH)

 2 Optional Units (60 GLH each) chosen by SFH6

• Environmental Studies
• Analytical techniques in Chemistry

 Types of Assessment

• Assignment- Set by OCR (the exam board) and marked internally
• Written exam - Set and marked by OCR

Why Study?

We offer a two-year Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science. This provides an opportunity for learners of 16-19 to learn transferable skills and gain a recognised qualification within the science sector. 

This course is ideal for anyone who has a keen interest in science and offers a more practical, real-world approach to study. 

Progression options

Higher education, higher apprenticeships, or in-work training, including Science, Engineering, Pharmacology, Healthcare, and NHS support roles such as Radiology.

Entry Requirements

Grade 5 in two Science subjects and Grade 4 in Maths.