• Five GCSEs at grade C or above (may include one relevant equivalent) to include English Language/First Language Welsh and Mathematics/Numeracy and Double Award Science
• Each application is considered on individual merit
• Entry is subject to attending a course information session or informal interview

• Successful completion of relevant programme (including skills) and decision from progression board meeting

The requirements of the qualification will mean that you develop the transferable and higher order skills which are valued by higher education providers and employers. For example, the study of applied science particularly encourages development of skills such as evaluation, analysis and synthesis.

Units studied to include:

• Principles and applications of science 1
• Practical scientific procedures and techniques
• Science investigation skills
• Laboratory techniques and their application
• Biological molecules and metabolic pathways
• Astronomy and space science
• Principles and applications of science 2
• Investigative project
• Contemporary issues in science
• Microbiology and microbiological techniques
• Genetics and genetic engineering
• Applications of organic chemistry
• Forensic evidence, collection and analysis

Learners also complete the Welsh Baccalaureate Qualification and are required to develop their essential skills (communication/numeracy and digital skills). Learners will also attend a weekly group tutorial.

You may need to study an additional skills course depending on:

• the course you are taking at College
• what grades you gained in your GCSE Maths and/or English Language

Click below to find out what skills course you may be taking at College

Learners are able to complete either the full qualification or certain units or elements through the medium of Welsh/bilingually. Visit our Welsh Language in the College page to find out what else is available to you.

• Continuous assessment during the course
• Practical assessment during the course
• Written examination

This course can lead to a diverse range of career opportunities in a varied range of businesses including:Analytical Chemist, Animal Technologist, Archaeologist, Astronautical Engineer Astronomer, Biologist, Cartographer, Field Seismologist, Forensic Scientist, Geochemist, Geophysicist, Geoscientist, Hydrogeologist, Hydrologist, Laboratory Technician, Marine Scientist, Microbiologist, Nuclear Chemist, Operational Researcher, Particle Physicist, Physicist, Plant Breeder/Geneticist, Research Scientist, Simulations Engineer, Soil Scientist, Toxicologist.

If you are thinking about studying at degree level following this course please visit the university websites or UCAS (University Central Admissions Service) www.ucas.com to check any entry requirements.

• Stationery - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course
• Text books - you will be told about any specific items before you start the course, most text books are available to loan from the college library or online libraries
• You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page

Any costs above are approximate and may change.

• No tuition fee
• We are waiving the Administration Fee for the academic year 2023/24
• There is an annual workshop fee for this course (£20 - £60), payable before you start the course
• You may be eligible for funding. Find out more on our student finance page

Any costs above are approximate and may change.