Free BTEC Level 3 Applied Science Course in Cheshunt. Classes run at St Mary's Church of England High School, full-time during the day. This two-year course covers applied science at Level 3 through the Pearson Edexcel BTEC National framework. You'll need four or five GCSEs including English and maths at grade 4 or above to enrol. The level 3 BTEC applied science qualification is widely used as a route into higher education, including university science and health-related degrees.
Who this course is for
If you're interested in UK and global current affairs, enjoy lively debate and are fascinated by the drama of Westminster, then politics A level is for you. You don't need to have studied the subject at GCSE but an interest in history and good literacy skills will be of benefit for this course. You might be heading for a career in central or local government, law, journalism or political research, though Politics A level will give you transferable skills which are useful in a wide range of careers. Politics combines well with other arts, humanities and social science subjects such as history, English, sociology and economics.
Entry requirements
4-5 GCSE's including English and maths at grade 4 (C) or above.
What you will learn
You'll study core scientific principles across biology, chemistry, and physics.
You'll apply scientific knowledge to real-world contexts and case studies.
You'll develop practical laboratory skills and scientific techniques.
You'll analyse and interpret scientific data.
You'll build scientific writing and reporting skills.
You'll explore how science is used in industry, healthcare, and research.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom teaching, practical laboratory sessions, and guided study. Assessment combines internally assessed assignments marked by your teachers and externally assessed exams or tasks set by Pearson Edexcel. The Extended Certificate has 360 guided learning hours across the two-year programme. Your work is assessed against set criteria throughout the course, not just at the end.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. St Mary's Church of England High School will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Laboratory technician: supporting scientists in research or testing environments
Science technician: working in schools, colleges, or industrial labs
Healthcare science assistant: supporting clinical teams in NHS settings
Pharmacy assistant: working in hospital or community pharmacy
Environmental monitoring officer: testing and recording environmental samples
Research assistant: supporting scientific studies in universities or industry
What you could study next
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science: a larger qualification covering more units, strengthening your university application for science degrees.
BSc in Biomedical Science, Biology, Chemistry, or a related subject: the Extended Certificate supports UCAS applications for university science courses.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Science: a work-focused Level 4 route if you prefer a vocational path after your BTEC.
