• LevelLevel 3
  • FT/PTFT
  • Age group16-18
  • Duration2 years
  • Awarding bodyEdexcel

Overview

This course is an alternative route to studying A Levels and puts science into a vocational context. It is a full time, stand-alone two year course that is equivalent to three A Levels. You will cover a wide range of units within areas of biology, chemistry and physics, with a range of practical and theory in the majority of units. Assessment is through a mixture of external examination, in both year 1 and year 2, and also completion of controlled assessments or assignments.

Course Information

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For more information call Course Information on
01642 333333 or email courseinfo@mbro.ac.uk.

There are six mandatory units and seven specialist units.
The course covers a range of units in biology, chemistry and physics. It also contains specialist units such as Disease and infection, Biomedical sciences, Forensic Traffic Collison Investigation. There are a number of practical units in which internally assessed assignments are written.

September - June

Entry requirements

It is recommended that students achieve a grade 5 in science (combined or trilogy), maths and English GCSE (grade 4s will be reviewed on an individual case) and 2 other GCSEs at grade 4 or above.

The course is assessed continuously throughout the two years and is a mixture of external exams, controlled assessments and internally assessed assignments.

University Opportunities: Past students have progressed to study degrees in biology, chemistry, physics, crime scene science, dietetics, radiography, paramedic sciences and forensic science.
Career Opportunities: Career opportunities include chemical science, laboratory technician, research or development, management, environmental professions and conservation.

Tuition fees are free if you are a UK or home- fee status student and aged 16-18 on the 31st August before the start of your course.

If you are aged 19 or over, you may be required to pay fees depending on your residency status, educational background and personal circumstances. 

Many people qualify for free tuition fees, for more information please contact Course Information on 01642 333333. Additional financial support may also be available for full-time students.

Please click the apply now button at the top of this page which will take you to an application form, or you can download a full time course application here and print it out, complete the form and send it to the College. If you have any queries with regards to your application or you would like further information and support, please contact our Admissions Team on (01642) 333601. Or if you have any enquiries about courses, please contact Course Information on (01642) 333333 or e-mail CourseInformation@mbro.ac.uk

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Learning Support

We understand that students may require a little extra help during their studies, which is why our learning support team are on hand to help learners with a learning difficulty or support need achieve their full potential.

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Financial Support

Whatever your age or level of study, we offer a comprehensive financial support service and bursary scheme to help you through your time at Middlesbrough College. From childcare assistance to travel packages, we pride ourselves on giving expert advice and support.

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Travel Information

We are situated in a fantastic location, just a stone’s throw from Middlesbrough town centre. As well as being a matter of minutes from both the train and bus stations, eligible students can also benefit from free travel.

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