Key Details
Course Area:
Science
Student Type:
16 - 18 courses
Course Type:
Full-time FE course
Start Date:
Monday 1st September 2025
Duration:
1 year
Location:
City Hub 111 Canal Street, Nottingham, NG1 7HB
Course code:
C043216 / Q043217
Course Introduction
This course is perfect if you enjoy all things science, have a passion for problem solving and investigation and a good eye for detail.
You’ll learn the principles of science and study all three sciences, including chemistry and our earth; energy and our universe; and biology and our environment. You will also have the opportunity to develop your skills in maths and English.
You can expect hands-on practical learning combined with gaining a good grasp of theory. You will study in our specialist laboratories and be taught by highly skilled and experienced tutors. You’ll get a great insight into the career paths available across a range of scientific careers.
Course Information
- Pearson Edexcel Level 2 Application of Science
- Pearson Edexcel Level 2 Principles of Applied Science
Level 2
You’ll need 4 GCSEs at grades 9-3, including English Language and Maths – one of English Language or Maths must be grade 9-4. Functional Skills Level 1 can be used as equivalent to GCSE grade 3 and Functional Skills Level 2 can be used as equivalent to GCSE grade 4 or above.
This course is for students aged 16-18.
Assessment is mainly by portfolio building and based on the continual assessment of assignments throughout the year and two externally assessed exams
Choose to follow with further study at Nottingham College with our Level 3 Applied Science programme or with one of our other science-related Level 3 options. Career paths in the future include jobs such as: forensics investigator, scene of crime officer, laboratory scientist or other biology-related disciplines.
Students aged 16-18 don't have to pay tuition fees.
If you are an EU/EEA or Swiss National, please visit our EU Settled Status scheme page for more information.
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Careers
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Earnings
£31,462
Average Earnings
Employment
Pathways
Transportation Maintenance
People in these occupations maintain and service transport vehicles and specialised vehicle systems.
Natural Sciences
People in these occupations observe the natural order, formulate theories, run tests, and conduct experiments.
Agriculture and Animal Care
People in these occupations plant and harvest crops, run farms, carry out fishing and aquaculture operations, and care for livestock and other animals.
Production
People in these occupations work with wood, metal, and other materials, make food and beverages, and assemble products in a manufacturing setting.
Processing and Machine Operation
People in these occupations set up, process, refine, and transform materials and operate industrial machinery.
Building and Construction
People in these occupations manage building projects, inspect structures, and carry out various construction trades: masonry, carpentry, plumbing, electrical installation, etc.
Art, Performance and Design
People in these occupations create art and fine craftwork, produce and perform plays and motion pictures, and design graphics and other products.
Skills
Learning Strategies
Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
Active Learning
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Monitoring
Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Critical Thinking
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Active Listening
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
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