Samuel Ward Academy

Applied Science

This course provides students with a broad understanding of vocationally-related sciences.

It is suitable alongside other A-Level sciences or Level 3 vocational qualifications. Students develop their knowledge and understanding of scientific principles, as well as practical skills recognised by higher education institutions and employers. Students acquire transferable skills, such as problem-solving, research and communication.

Leading to futures in:

Applied Science provides a sound basis for progression to a range of science-based Higher Education courses along with their apprenticeship equivalents.

Students might go on to join many NHS careers such as nursing or midwifery, complete further training as a laboratory technician or in the forensic field, work in the chemical, food or catering industries, or a variety of roles in sports science.

Are you interested in:

  • How things work? 
  • Doing experiments and working in a laboratory? 
  • How science is used in the real world?
  • Solving crimes and collecting evidence

Additional entry requirements:

Grade 4/5 in GCSE Combined Science and a Grade 4 in GCSE Maths.

Course details:

AAQ in Applied Science (Pearson – Extended Certificate).