Environmental & Forensic Science BTEC
The BTEC Nationals in Applied Science have been developed to focus on the education and training of Science Technicians who are employed in a variety of types of technical work; including quality control, medical laboratory analysis, materials testing, forensic science analysis, soil analysis, pilot scales research and education.
What will I be doing?
Core Units:
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Science
Unit 4: Scientific Practical Techniques
Unit Structure For Forensic Science
Core Units:
Unit 1: Fundamentals of Science
Unit 2: Working in the Science Industry
Unit 3: Scientific Investigation
Unit 4: Scientific Practical Techniques
Unit 5: Perceptions of Science
Unit 6: Application of Numbers for Science Technicians
Unit 7: Mathematics for Science Technicians
Unit 10: Using Science in the Workplace
How will I be assessed?
The course will be assessed through assignments. Each unit is graded with a distinction, merit or pass.
Where do I go from here?
If you achieve a Merit or Distinction in the BTEC National Award, you may progress to BTEC National Certificate in your second year
Progression to university degree courses in related subjects
Direct entry into related jobs in industry
Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade C, including a Science subject
Merit or above at BTEC First National Diploma
Course Duration
BTEC National Award (1 Year)
BTEC National Certificate (2 Years)
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