Our Prospectus
Courses
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Qualification type |
Pearson BTEC Level 2 Diploma |
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Duration |
1 year |
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Study times |
You will be expected to be in college for a minimum of 3 days per week, from 9:00 to 4:15. Your timetable will be confirmed at induction. |
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Entry requirements |
3 GCSEs at grade 4 and above. Students will have the ability to resit their Math's and English alongside the qualification but is ideally preferred to have achieved prior to start of the course. |
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Campus |
West Suffolk College Sixth Form Campus, Bury St Edmunds |
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Work placements Assessment |
Yes This course is assessed through 2 external exams and the remaining work in coursework-based assessments.
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This GCSE course is a one year intensive evening course for Adults starting September 2026.
The course is fast paced, so good attendance is required to ensure you keep up with the content and do not miss essential practical work. It is a popular course for people looking for a career change or looking to meet the requirements to have a science GCSE for further study.
AQA GCSE Biology we offer the option of Foundation or Higher to be discussed with your tutor
The broad purpose of the occupation is to complete science-based manufacturing processes to produce materials and products following standard operating procedures. Products are varied and may include battery cells, composite wind turbine parts, drugs, plastic bottles, proteins, and solvents. This involves checking and preparing materials and using specialist science-based manufacturing process plant or equipment. They monitor the process and take action to resolve deviations. Maintaining the work area is part of the role. They contribute to quality control, continuous improvement, and problem-solving activities. They also complete work records, which are important in regulated workplaces.
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