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BTEC Level 3 Applied Science Course in Cambridge for 16 to 18 Year Olds – Long Road Sixth Form College

CostFree for 16 to 18 year olds
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

A sixth-form course for 16 to 18 year olds. Aged 19 or over? See Laboratory Technician Courses in Cambridge.

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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Science Course in Cambridge. Classes run at Long Road Sixth Form College, full-time over two years. This Pearson Edexcel level 3 btec applied science qualification covers biology, chemistry, and physics, alongside practical scientific procedures and investigation skills. You'll need five GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including Grade 5 in Maths, Grade 5 in two Sciences (or Double Science), and Grade 4 in English Language. Assessment is split equally between exams and coursework.

Who this course is for

https://www.longroad.ac.uk/applied-science

Entry requirements

Five GCSEs at Grade 4 including: Grade 4 in GCSE English Language Grade 5 in GCSE Maths Grade 5 in 2 GCSE Sciences or GCSE Double Science

What you will learn

  • You'll study the principles and applications of biology, chemistry, and physics.
  • You'll develop practical scientific procedures and laboratory techniques.
  • You'll plan and carry out an independent science investigation of your choice.
  • You'll build scientific investigation and data analysis skills.
  • You'll apply scientific knowledge to real-world contexts across STEM fields.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based teaching at Long Road Sixth Form College. Assessment is 50% written exams and 50% coursework. Three units are externally examined by Pearson Edexcel. Two units are internally assessed through practical tasks, where you'll develop and demonstrate your scientific skills and knowledge hands-on.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Long Road Sixth Form College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Laboratory technician: supporting scientific research and testing in labs
  • Healthcare science assistant: working in NHS or private clinical settings
  • Forensic science technician: assisting with evidence analysis and investigation
  • Pharmacy assistant: supporting dispensing and patient care in pharmacies
  • Environmental monitoring officer: collecting and analysing environmental data
  • Veterinary nursing assistant: supporting animal care in veterinary practices

What you could study next

This btec applied science certificate is widely accepted for university entry in science-related subjects. You could go on to study a BSc in Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Science, Nursing, or a related STEM degree. You might also consider a Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Applied Science as a more vocational route into industry or as a stepping stone to a full degree.

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