Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science
The content of this Applied Science qualification has been developed in consultation with employers and professional bodies to confirm that the objective of the qualification is appropriate for learners interested in working in the sector. Higher education representatives have also been involved to ensure that it supports entry to the relevant range of specialist degrees.
Available Sessions
We have 1 sessions available for application on this course in Bangor.
It may also meet the requirements for entry level job within the sector and a higher level apprenticeship in Science.
You will study a range of topics in Biology, Chemistry and Physics,
There is a significant practical elements of this course and you will be encouraged to carry out individual/group project work and may have the opportunity to enter local and national competitions.
The department has had great success with these competitions over the last number of years and they provide a great opportunity to develop in depth Scientific knowledge and skills whilst developing transversal skills such as communication, team work, innovation and problem solving.
This Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science qualification is equivalent in size to three A Levels and has been designed as a full two-year programme.
The course will give you a wide range of knowledge and opportunity to gain skills essential to progress within the science sector, both scientific and transversal skills.
There is an attendance commitment requirement of 15 hours per week.
A minimum of 4 Cs/4 at GCSE level to include:
- English OR Pass in Level 2 Essential Skills Literacy, OR equivalent.
- Maths OR Pass in Level 2 Essential Skills Numeracy, OR equivalent and
- A Single Science (Biology/Chemistry) or Single Award Science (minimum B/6)
OR
- *Pearson BTEC Level 2 Award in Principles of Applied Science and Pearson BTEC Level 2 Award in Applications of Applied Science, with at least one of Award at Merit level or above
*If you do not have GCSE (Grade C/4 or above) in English Language/ Level 2 Essential Skills Literacy or GCSE (Grade C/4 or above) in Mathematics/ Maths OR Level 2 Essential Skills Numeracy qualification, you will be required to enrol in a course concurrently with this course.
It should be noted that we strongly recommend that if you do not hold a GCSE in Maths that you enrol in a course concurrently with this course as many Universities require GCSE Maths as an entry requirement for Science degrees.
Year 1 Units:
• Unit 1 Principles and Applications of Science
• Unit 2 Practical Scientific Procedures and Techniques
• Unit 3 Scientific Investigation skills
• Unit 4 Laboratory Techniques and their applications
• Unit 8: Physiology of Human Body Systems
• Unit 17: Microbiology and Microbiological Techniques
Year 2 Units:
• Unit 5: Principles and Applications of Science II
• Unit 6: Investigative Project
• Unit 7: Contemporary Issues in Science
• Unit 9: Human Regulation and Reproduction
• Unit 10: Biological Molecules and Metabolic Pathways
• Unit 11: Genetics and Genetic Engineering
• Unit 18: Industrial Chemical Reactions
Learners who have successfully completed this qualification in two years may progress to level 4/5 courses such as HNC/HND/Foundation Degree in a science subject.
You may also be able to progress to degrees in related Science subjects which may include Biology, Human Biology, Biomedical Sciences and Food Nutrition.
The Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma in Applied Science/Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science qualifications carry UCAS points and are recognised by higher education providers as meeting, or contributing to, admission requirements for many relevant Science courses.
Learners should always check the entry requirements for degree programmes with the specific higher education providers.
Employment opportunities include technician roles within the education sector or life sciences industry.
Available Sessions
We have 1 sessions available for application on this course in Bangor.
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Available Sessions
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Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Year 1)
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Bangor
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15/09/2025
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