Applied Science

Applied Biomedical Science BTEC

From infectious diseases to the world of astronomy, discover a whole host of science that springs to life.

• Study a range of topics including genetics and physiology
• Conduct practical experiments
• Study and work in professional laboratories
• Analyse and identify contemporary scientific issues
• Improve your analytical, critical thinking and communication skills

Next steps:

A range of biomedical university degrees in subjects such as research, engineering, immunology and molecular biology, or other non-science based subjects using the transferable skills learnt on this course. If you’d like to take another route into employment, you could also do a higher apprenticeship as a healthcare professional or laboratory technician.

Applied Analytical and Forensic Science BTEC

This is more than analysing a crime scene. This is learning how to find the right scientific findings that can make or break a hypothesis – because science speaks for itself.

• Build valuable laboratory experience
• Strengthen your investigative science skills
• Study and analyse a range of materials
• Conduct practical experiments
• Improve your critical thinking and communication skills

Next steps:

A range of university degrees in subjects such as forensic science and criminology, forensic investigation, forensic psychology and forensic engineering. You’ll also learn transferable skills that lend themselves to other non-science based pathways. Looking to progress to a higher apprenticeship? Your options include a forensic practitioner or forensic collision investigator.

Applied Physical Science BTEC

Prepare to enter a wide range of engineering disciplines, including physical, civil and aeronautical. This course enables you to walk away with skills covering maths, physics, engineering and technology.

• Study a range of topics, including astronomy and medical physics
• Develop scientific techniques and conduct experiments
• Explore a range of fields and specialisms
• Study and work in professional laboratories
• Improve your analytical, critical thinking and communication skills

Next steps:

A university degree in aeronautical, biomedical, civil and mechanical engineering or other non-science based subjects using the transferable skills learnt on this course. The high demand for specialist staff from employers means there’s a huge range of work-related engineering opportunities available, including apprenticeships.

Applied Biomedical Science BTEC 

Train towards a future in healthcare and make a difference where it matters most. Apply your practical skills and knowledge in a range of health-related contexts. 

• Study a range of health topics, including physiology and infectious diseases
• Explore different specialisms and disciplines
• Improve your analytical, critical thinking and communication skills
• Strengthen your investigative science skills
• Conduct practical experiments

Next steps:

You can study a variety of nursing degrees including adult nursing, children’s nursing, midwifery and mental health nursing. You’ll also walk away with transferable skills that lend themselves to other non-science based degrees. Or why not earn and build experience with an apprenticeship as a healthcare science associate or senior healthcare support worker?

Applied Biomedical Science BTEC 

Enter a rewarding and diverse field. Pharmacists use their knowledge of medicines to provide expert advice in a range of scenarios and this pathway allows you to build your laboratory techniques and application. 

• Navigate the laboratory using appropriate techniques
• Utilise scientific techniques to conduct experiments
• Study a range of topics, including astronomy and infectious diseases
• Gain lifelong technical and transferable skills
• Improve your analytical, critical thinking and communication skills

Next steps:

You can progress to a range of pharmaceutical degrees in pharmacology, pharmaceutical chemistry, clinical pharmacy and pharmaceutical analysis. Or use the transferable skills learnt on this course to explore another specialism. This pathway also lends itself to apprenticeship routes such as a pharmacy services assistant or pharmacy technician.

Applied Medical Science BTEC

Immerse yourself in the scientific study of physiology, nutrition and psychology. Taking health and wellbeing to the next level, this course allows you to explore the role of sport and exercise in everyday life.

• Analyse and identify contemporary scientific issues
• Utilise scientific techniques to conduct experiments.
• Strengthen your scientific investigative skills
• Boost your communication, analytical, evaluative, and research skills.
• Study a range of topics, including infectious diseases

Next steps:

Studying this course can lead to a range of sports degrees, such as sports science, sport and exercise nutrition, and sport psychology. It also lends itself to other non-science based degrees. Looking to do a higher apprenticeship? You could do one as a community sport and health officer or as a sport performance analyst.