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AS/A Level Science : Applied
Subject Staff: Joyce Clarke (Head of Subject); Angeline Grieveson; Delma Houghton; Chris Worrall; Phil Yeomans; Simon Atkinson (Technician); Linda Innes (Technician);
- Level: AS/A Level
- Duration: 2 years
Why should I choose this course?
• I enjoy science but don’t want to specialise
• I studied Applied Science at school and want to continue with it
• I want a course with more individual work, rather than exams
• I want a practical subject, perhaps for a job as a science technician
• I really want to do science but don’t have the grades.
What does the course consist of?
- Units which cover all three sciences, Chemistry, Biology and Physics
- Six modules:
• Investigating science at work
• Energy transfer systems – physics and biology of heat exchange
• Finding out about substances – analytical chemistry, practical and techniques
• Planning and carrying out a scientific investigation – you choose your own investigation
• The healthy body – basic biology
• The role of the pathology department - Lots of opportunity for practical work – visit James Cook Pathology labs
- Investigative work
- Visits to places like Wilton site and the Forensic Science Department of the University of Teesside.
What are the entry requirements?
- At least 5 A* to C passes at GCSE
- Preferably one of these should be Mathematics
- You also need Core Science plus either applied or additional science
How is this course assessed?
- There are two portfolio assignments and one exam each year
What might this course lead on to?
- Progression to AS/A2 in your best single science
- Employment in science-based work, perhaps as a laboratory technician
- Higher education