Who is the course for?

Applied Science is an ideal subject for those students who are aiming for a broad range of science related careers, such as nursing, laboratory work, forensic analysis or primary teaching or simply wish to study science to complement their other A level studies.

Applied Science is available as a single or double A level award.

The course will allow you to study how science is applied in many different types of professions and industries. The focus of the course is scientific usage, concentrating on how scientists and others use science in their work. You will also learn how science contributes to our lifestyle and the environment in which we live.

During this course you will be able to:

• follow a programme of learning which is practically-based and which improves your practical skills;
• follow a varied science programme covering biology, chemistry and physics;
• work independently on a number of projects;
• learn about the work of different types of people using science and the scientific skills that they use;
• keep track of your progress and achievement throughout the course by a programme of continuous assessment.

Content outline

AS Level Units

• Science at work
• Analysis at work
• Monitoring the activity of the human body

A2 Level Units

• Investigating the scientist’s work
• Working waves

Plus one unit, from the following –

• Biotechnology
• Synthesis in organic chemicals
• Electrons in action