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Free Level 3 Applied Science Course in Oldham

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

Free Level 3 Applied Science Course in Oldham. Classes run at Oldham Sixth Form College, full-time over two years.

The course covers all three sciences in practical, vocational settings. You'll study core biology, chemistry, and physics principles, then move into specialist areas such as human body systems, medical physics, and industrial chemical reactions. There is a strong focus on laboratory skills and how science works in industry. Assessment combines coursework and exams across both years.

You'll need at least five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English or Maths. You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Applied Science.

Who this course is for

The BTEC in Applied Science offers you the chance to continue your studies of all three sciences but in vocational scenarios, with less emphasis on examinations than the A Level sciences. The course has a strong focus on developing practical skills within the laboratory and learning how science is carried out in industry. This is underpinned by the study of the key theoretical concepts and scientific principles common to all science courses. The Applied Science course covers a variety of general units from across all sciences, through to more specialised units like physiology of human body systems, medical physics applications and industrial chemical reactions. As a wide ranging and varied course, the options for progressing into higher education and employment are also extremely varied. You will gain valuable organisational, time management and study skills to equip you well to continue your learning on higher education courses and throughout your career. This 3 A Level equivalent course is a full time course, so if you are a person who wants to immerse themselves in all things scientific this could be the perfect course for you

Entry requirements

A minimum of 5 passes (grade 4 or above) at GCSE, including at least a 4 in English or Maths.

What you will learn

  • You'll study core principles from biology, chemistry, and physics.
  • You'll develop practical laboratory skills used in scientific and industrial settings.
  • You'll explore human body systems and physiology.
  • You'll learn about medical physics applications.
  • You'll study industrial chemical reactions and processes.
  • You'll build organisational and time management skills for higher-level study.
  • You'll learn how science is applied in real industry contexts.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom teaching and hands-on laboratory sessions. Assessment combines internally marked coursework and externally set exams, spread across both years of the course. Practical work is central to the qualification, giving you experience of how scientific methods are used in industry.

What you will need to bring

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

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Laboratory technician, carries out tests and experiments in a lab setting.
  • Laboratory assistant, supports scientists and researchers with practical tasks.
  • Science technician, maintains equipment and prepares materials for experiments.
  • Research assistant, helps collect and process data in a scientific environment.
  • Quality control analyst, checks products meet scientific and safety standards.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, or a related science, the natural next step for most learners on this course.
  • A degree in Nursing, Midwifery, or Allied Health, for those moving toward healthcare.
  • A Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Applied Science, a shorter higher education route into technical or laboratory roles.
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