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Free Level 3 Applied Science Course in Wigan

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyAQA awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Applied Science Course in Wigan. Classes run at Winstanley College, full-time during the day.

The course is free if you are 16 to 18 years old. You study biology, chemistry, and physics alongside practical lab work. Topics include scientific investigation, data analysis, and how science applies in the real world. The course runs over two years.

You'll finish with an AQA Extended Certificate in Applied Science.

Who this course is for

Full details available on our website, click on the ‘Go to course’ button below.

Entry requirements

Full details available on our website, click on the ‘Go to course’ button below.

What you will learn

  • You'll study core biology, including cells, genetics, and living systems.
  • You'll explore chemistry topics such as atomic structure, bonding, and reactions.
  • You'll investigate physics principles including forces, energy, and waves.
  • You'll carry out practical scientific investigations and record results accurately.
  • You'll analyse and interpret scientific data.
  • You'll learn how science is applied in industry and research settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons and hands-on practical work in the lab. Assessment includes written exams and internally assessed coursework. Practical skills are assessed throughout the course. Your teachers will guide you through both the theory and the applied elements of the qualification.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Laboratory technician, supports scientific testing and research in a lab setting.
  • Laboratory assistant, prepares equipment and samples for experiments.
  • Science technician, maintains lab resources in schools or industry.
  • Quality control analyst, checks products meet scientific standards.
  • Research assistant, supports scientists in data collection and analysis.

What you could study next

  • A Level Biology, Chemistry, or Physics, for learners who want to specialise in a single science.
  • BTEC Level 3 National in Applied Science, a broader vocational route into science careers.
  • Higher National Certificate in Applied Science, a step toward degree-level study.
  • Degree in Biomedical Science, Chemistry, or a related field, for those aiming for graduate-level roles.
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