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Mode of study
Full Time
Start date
01/09/2027
Entry requirements
A minimum of five GCSEs at Grade 4 (or equivalent) and above, including Mathematics (Higher), English, and Sciences (Double, combined or triple science).
Course Code
TL3SCE1F/1
Duration
2-Year
Location
Welwyn Garden City Campus
Awarding body
Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL)
Assessment
T Level qualification is assessed through a combination of:
' Core Exams (written examinations)
' Employer-Set Project (ESP), which assesses the application of knowledge and skills through a practical project
' Occupational Specialism Assessment, which involves practical and technical tasks
' Industry Placement (minimum 315 hours), which must be completed.
In Year 1
3 Core Papers
Paper 1: Core Chemistry
Paper 2: Core Biology
Paper 3: Core Physics
Employer Set Project - 4 Tasks
Task 1: Literature Analysis and Report
Task 2: Project Plan
Task 3: Practical Experiment and Reflective Evaluation
Task 4: Data Analysis Report, Creating and Delivering a Presentation
Year 2 Occupational Specialism
This component covers the Occupational Specialist knowledge and skills required to demonstrate threshold competence for the specialism. The Occupational Specialism is assessed by a skills-related project that synoptically assesses the Performance Outcome skills and associated underpinning knowledge. Students respond to a given scenario to complete a substantial project.
About the course
T Level programmes are developed in collaboration with employers so that the content meets the needs of industry and prepares students for work. T Levels provide the knowledge and experience needed to progress to highly skilled employment, an apprenticeship or higher-level study, including university.
Career options
This qualification provides a pathway to Level 3 Apprenticeships in Laboratory Science, leading to careers such as Laboratory Research Scientist, Biomedical Scientist and Medical Laboratory Assistant. Students may also progress to a Level 5 Technician Scientist Apprenticeship, Higher National Certificate (HNC), Higher National Diploma (HND), or degree programmes in areas such as Biomedical Science, Applied Science, Food Science, Environmental Science, and Agricultural Science. Entry requirements for higher education courses vary by provider.
On completion of the Applied Science course you will have the ability to apply to university to further develop your skills in this fascinating subject. You will receive support for applications to university or work with training to pursue your career in the range of jobs associated with Forensic Investigation.
Potential careers:
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Forensic Scientist -
Fingerprint Officer -
Crime Scene Investigator -
Police Officer -
Laboratory Technician -
Forensic Photographer
Course Content - What will I learn?
Cells and tissues
Biological molecules (carbohydrates, lipids and proteins)
Enzyme and protein structure
DNA and RNA
Cell cycle
Exchange, transport mechanisms and ecosystems
Cellular respiration
Pathogens (causative agents)
Core Chemistry concepts:
Materials and chemical properties
Rates of reaction and energy changes
Kinetic changes 'rates of chemical reactions
Acids/bases and chemical change
Chemical analysis of substances
Formulae and equations.
Core Physics concepts:
Particles and radiation
Electricity
Magnetism and electromagnetism
Waves
Gas laws
Pressure/fluid/viscosity
Units and quantities.
The science sector (synoptic):
Working in the science sector
Good scientific practice.
Immunology.
T Level qualification is assessed through a combination of:
' Core Exams (written examinations)
' Employer-Set Project (ESP), which assesses the application of knowledge and skills through a practical project
' Occupational Specialism Assessment, which involves practical and technical tasks
' Industry Placement (minimum 315 hours), which must be completed.
In Year 1
3 Core Papers
Paper 1: Core Chemistry
Paper 2: Core Biology
Paper 3: Core Physics
Employer Set Project - 4 Tasks
Task 1: Literature Analysis and Report
Task 2: Project Plan
Task 3: Practical Experiment and Reflective Evaluation
Task 4: Data Analysis Report, Creating and Delivering a Presentation
Year 2 Occupational Specialism
This component covers the Occupational Specialist knowledge and skills required to demonstrate threshold competence for the specialism. The Occupational Specialism is assessed by a skills-related project that synoptically assesses the Performance Outcome skills and associated underpinning knowledge. Students respond to a given scenario to complete a substantial project.
' Core Exams (written examinations)
' Employer-Set Project (ESP), which assesses the application of knowledge and skills through a practical project
' Occupational Specialism Assessment, which involves practical and technical tasks
' Industry Placement (minimum 315 hours), which must be completed.
In Year 1
3 Core Papers
Paper 1: Core Chemistry
Paper 2: Core Biology
Paper 3: Core Physics
Employer Set Project - 4 Tasks
Task 1: Literature Analysis and Report
Task 2: Project Plan
Task 3: Practical Experiment and Reflective Evaluation
Task 4: Data Analysis Report, Creating and Delivering a Presentation
Year 2 Occupational Specialism
This component covers the Occupational Specialist knowledge and skills required to demonstrate threshold competence for the specialism. The Occupational Specialism is assessed by a skills-related project that synoptically assesses the Performance Outcome skills and associated underpinning knowledge. Students respond to a given scenario to complete a substantial project.