KS 5 Applied Science Level 3 Extended Certificate









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KS 5 Applied Science Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science Learn about Biology, Chemistry, Physics 6 units Year 12 Unit Detail 1 Exam in June 2021 2 Portfolio/coursework (submit May 2021) 3 Exam in June 2021 4 Exam in June 2022 5 Portfolio/coursework (submit May 2022) 6 Portfolio/coursework (submit May 2022) Year 13 3 teachers
KS 5 Applied Science Content Year 12 (L 3 Certificate) • Key scientific concepts in B C and P (exam) • Experimental techniques in B, C, P (portfolio) • Science in the modern world (exam) Year 13 (L 3 Extended Certificate) • The Human Body (exam) • Medical Physics (portfolio) • A full scientific investigation (portfolio)
KS 5 Applied Science Grading Structure Distinction * Distinction Merit Pass
What do the grades mean? D*= 56 UCAS points(same as grade A*) D = 48 UCAS points (same as grade A) M = 32 UCAS points (same as grade C) P = 16 UCAS points (same as grade E)
Skills you will need to succeed
Skills you will develop
Skills you will develop Skills that would be an asset in • Study skills • Work independently • Mathematical skillsany job • • • ICT skills Research skills Presentation skills Practical skills Analytical skills Self/peer assessment Exam technique Organisational skills Communication skills Scientists are multi-skilled people
Why should I choose L 3 Applied Science? • • • You have enjoyed science at GCSE You are good at science Broad, all round science qualification Focus on science in the news today Great on your CV - scientists are multi skilled Opens the doors to lots of different jobs
Endless job opportunities…. . Nurse Electrician Lighting engineer Mechanic Forensic scientist Chef Police Officer Occupational therapist Forensic scientist Research scientist Radiographer Teacher Banker Sound engineer Oil-rigger Lab technician Nutritionist Phlebotomist Physio Paramedic Geologist