Applied Science (AAQ)
An alternative science qualification, the equivalent to half an A Level for those who need a science mix in their A Level portfolio. There is a second year available to run making the equivalent of a full A Level or it can be finished in one year to be certificated at that half A Level point.
Course Summary
Course Information for Students
Who is this course for?
School leavers and Year 2 A Level students needing to top up their program.
Entry Requirements
Science GCSE grades at 5,5 for combined science or 5,5,5 if triple
What will you learn?
Biology:
- Cell structure and function
- Microscopy
- Photosynthesis
- Cellular respiration
- Biological molecules
- Distribution of organisms
- Sampling.
Chemistry:
- Atomic structure
- Periodic table
- Amount of substance
- Bonding
- Structure and properties
- Organic chemistry
- Rates of reaction
- Enthalpy changes
Physics:
- Circuits
- energy
- x-rays
- ultrasound,radioactivity
Investigating Science:
- Researching
- Designing
- Conducting
- Practical skills
- Recording data
- Analysing
- Conclusions
- Communicating
- Evaluating
How will you learn?
Classroom and laboratory work with an emphasis on applying skills.
What will you need to bring with you?
Enthusiasm and a willingness to do practical work, do not choose unless you enjoy practical science. All equipment is provided.
How will you be assessed?
Three 40 minutes exams each for chemistry, physics and biology.
NEA (Like coursework and internally assessed) for Investigating Science.
Where next?
University (HE) in a variety of subjects either as science or as another A Level to boost UCAS points, our students have always achieved very well and far higher than the other A Level subjects.
Apprenticeship, having a L3 science does not hurt in such areas as planning, construction, environmental managements ect..
Who do you contact for more information?
patrick.ring@derby-college.ac.uk
Course Information for Employers
Information for Employers
Career Information
This course could lead to one of these careers...
Natural and Social Science Professionals
£33669
Biological Scientists
£27841
Chemical Scientists
£31716
Social and Humanities Scientists
£30685
Laboratory Technicians
£25044
Physical Scientists
£32587
Biochemists and Biomedical Scientists
£35470
Science, Engineering and Production Technicians
£34683
Conservation Professionals
£24162
Environment Professionals
£31564
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Course Information Last Updated On: May 23, 2025 10:43 am
