Vocational Courses Vocational courses Applied Science Level 3 (Other information TBC)) The Level 3 AAQ Applied Science is a challenging course designed for students who wish to study a broad science course that centres on the practical, applied and investigative elements of science. The course is available as a single option equivalent to one A Level. Students can progress to higher education or apprenticeships and ultimately employment in the applied science sector. An AAQ qualification in Applied Science may lead to many degree level science courses* including: Psychology, Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Health and Nursing, Food Science, Forensics and Materials Science. (*when combined with appropriate A Level subjects). Students will study across all three sciences: Biology, Chemistry and Physics covering topics including fundamental chemical and physical principals, structure and function of cells and disease, electromagnetic waves and satellite communication amongst many other fascinating areas of cutting-edge science. Students will also carry out a research project of their own design. Students are assessed through both exams and course work units. Students may wish to combine the AAQ in Applied Science with other science A Levels including Electronics, Psychology, PE, Geology or Environmental Science. Single Specific entry requirements Grade 4 in Sciences (either 2 grade 4s in Combined Science or 3 grade 4 in Separate Sciences) + Grade 4 in Maths Art and Design BTEC National Level 3 (Pearson) The BTEC National Extended Diploma in Art and Design is equivalent to three A Levels and is intended to be studied as a standalone, full-time course over two years. It is ideal for students with a real enthusiasm for art and design who are seeking to develop a vocation in this growing and exciting industry. The course covers both practical and analytical skills in art and design; it has a rigorous, academic focus whilst allowing for creative freedom. Students experience a range of disciplines in the first year, before deciding upon an area they would like to specialise in during the second year. The course is assessed both internally and externally through coursework and examined assignment, culminating in an end of year show that the students curate themselves. Students can specialise in the following areas: Fine Art and Craft- Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Photography, 3D Modelmaking, Craft, and Sculpture or alternatively Graphic Communication - Illustration, Typography, Digital and Time-Based Design. These disciplines can cross over to suit the student pursuits. Upon successful completion of the course most students’ progress on to higher education with a substantial portfolio of artwork that demonstrates their practical skills in a specialist subject area. Typical routes are, though not exclusively, in Graphic Illustration, Animation, Architecture, Games Design and Fine Art. Alternatively students may seek out a career through an apprenticeship route such as a Graphic Designer or Tattoo Artist. Triple Specific entry requirements Grade 4 in Art and Design or suitable creative subject + Grade 4 in English Language (Grade 4 in creative subject will be considered by Head of Subject at enrolment interview through portfolio assessment) Business BTEC National Level 3 (Pearson) The BTEC National Diploma in Business is designed to provide a specialist work related programme of study that covers the knowledge and skills required to progress successfully in the workplace but also provides a firm basis for higher education. The course can be taken as a Single or Double option and is equivalent to one or two A Levels. The core units provide an underpinning knowledge of business as well as basic business skills including a unit that involves developing a marketing campaign. All students will one day work in a business or perhaps own their own. As a result, Business Studies is a relevant course choice for all students. For those students who prefer the more vocational style the Level 3 Diploma is an excellent choice. Single Double Specific entry requirements Grade 4 in Maths + Grade 4 in English Language Please note that at time of printing, the Department for Education was part way through enacting a reform of Level 3 Vocational education that will lead to some qualifications ceasing to exist. It is expected that the majority of our Level 3 Vocational courses will be approved in July 2024 to be reformed as Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQs) courses. Sample specifications indicate that Level 3 AAQs will bear a strong resemblance to the Level 3 BTEC courses that they are planned to replace. Please refer to our website for up to date information as it comes through. Course reforms relate to BTEC Applied Science Single; BTEC Engineering Single; BTEC Health and Social Care Single; BTEC IT Single 33
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