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Free BTEC Level 2 Applied Science Course in Blackburn

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 2 Applied Science Course in Blackburn. Classes run full-time at Blackburn College, with daytime study across one year. You'll cover biology, chemistry, and physics in well-equipped science laboratories. The course is equivalent to four GCSEs, giving you a solid grounding in applied science. To join, you'll need a minimum of four GCSEs at Grade 3. If you don't yet have GCSE Maths and English, resits are built into the course. This is a Pearson Edexcel BTEC applied science qualification at Level 2.

Who this course is for

Applied Science, Level 2 is appropriate for you is you wish to pursue a career in most industries where a scientist is essential for research and development, quality control and hygiene or for those who wish to study science at university.

You will study in our well-equipped science laboratories within the sixth form centre. This one-year course will provide you with a baseline understanding of biology, chemistry and physics.

The course is equivalent to four GCSEs.

During your time at Blackburn College you will be able to take the opportunity to upgrade your GCSE Maths and/or English Language results.

Entry requirements

You will require a minimum of 4 GCSEs at Grade 3.

You will have to resit if you do not have both GCSE Maths and English. This is factored into the course.

What you will learn

  • You'll study core principles of biology, including cells, organisms, and life processes.
  • You'll explore chemistry concepts such as atomic structure, reactions, and materials.
  • You'll investigate physics topics including forces, energy, and waves.
  • You'll apply scientific knowledge to real research and development contexts.
  • You'll develop practical laboratory skills through hands-on experiments.
  • You'll understand quality control and hygiene principles used in science industries.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical work in science laboratories. Assessment for the Pearson Edexcel BTEC First Extended Certificate combines internally assessed assignments and externally assessed units. Assignments are set and marked at the centre, while external assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. You'll build evidence across the year through coursework, practical tasks, and written tests.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Blackburn College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Laboratory technician: supports scientists with experiments and testing
  • Science technician: maintains equipment and prepares materials in schools or industry
  • Quality control assistant: checks products meet safety and hygiene standards
  • Research assistant: helps collect and record data in scientific settings
  • Pharmacy assistant: supports dispensing and stock management in a pharmacy
  • Environmental monitoring assistant: collects samples and records environmental data

What you could study next

  • BTEC Level 3 National in Applied Science: the natural next step if you want to specialise further in biology, chemistry, or physics at a higher level.
  • A-Level Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics): an alternative academic route toward university entry.
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma (Science): designed for those aiming to study a science-related degree at university.
  • Higher Apprenticeship in Laboratory Science: combines work-based training with a higher-level qualification.
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