BTEC Entry Level, Level 1 and Level 1 Introductory Applied Science (L1)

Here you'll find support for teaching and studying our BTEC Level 1 qualifications in Applied Science. These qualifications have been designed to introduce learners to basic scientific principles and to encourage the development of employability skills, including teamwork, independent skills, research skills and innovation.
The Diploma and Certificate qualifications are due to expire on 31 August, 2021, after which no more registrations will be accepted. An alternative replacement qualification can be found: Applied Science (L1 Introductory)
Specification
- Qualification title:
- Pearson BTEC Level 1 Award in Applied Science
- Level:
- Level 1
- Accreditation status:
- Accredited
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
- 60
- Credits:
- 6
- Total Qualification Time (TQT):
- 60
- Qualification number (QN):
- 501/0074/9
- Eligible for funding in England for:
-
Pre-16 (EFA funding),
16-18 (EFA funding)
- Availability:
- UK and international
- First teaching:
- 2010
- Review date:
-
- 31 December 2019 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
- Qualification title:
- Pearson BTEC Level 1 Certificate in Applied Science
- Level:
- Level 1
- Accreditation status:
- Accredited
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
- 110
- Credits:
- 13
- Total Qualification Time (TQT):
- 130
- Qualification number (QN):
- 501/0075/0
- Eligible for funding in England for:
-
Pre-16 (EFA funding),
16-18 (EFA funding)
- Availability:
- UK and international
- First teaching:
- 2010
- Review date:
-
- 31 December 2020 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
- Qualification title:
- Pearson BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Applied Science
- Level:
- Level 1
- Accreditation status:
- Accredited
- Guided Learning Hours (GLH):
- 310
- Credits:
- 37
- Total Qualification Time (TQT):
- 370
- Qualification number (QN):
- 501/0073/7
- Eligible for funding in England for:
-
Pre-16 (EFA funding),
16-18 (EFA funding),
19+ Local flexibility (SFA funding)
- Availability:
- UK and international
- First teaching:
- 2010
- Review date:
-
- 31 December 2019 ? This is the date by which we must have decided to extend, withdraw or replace a qualification.
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