OCN Applied Science 

OCN Level 2 Certificate in Applied Science is delivered by OCN and regulated by CCEA and this qualification has been awarded points which equates to a Grade B at GCSE. This is a 2 Year Course.

OCN Level 2 Applied Science is only available for students following Pathway 1.

Applied Science qualifications will provide learners with the opportunity to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding in a range of key concepts within Biology, Chemistry and Physics and builds upon the Key Stage 3 science curriculum. 

These qualifications will allow learners to further develop the following skills: 

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Cross-Curricular Skills: 

• communication 

• using mathematics 

• using ICT 

Thinking Skills and Personal Capabilities: 

• self-management 

• working with others 

• problem solving

This Course is 100% internal assignment based and involves no examinations. Learners are assessed through a portfolio of evidence, practical demonstration assignments and coursework subject to external verification and standardisation. 

Progression Routes – OCN Applied Science is intended to give learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that will enable them to progress to further learning or training in a science related area. 

However, it should be noted that it will not allow students to progress to A-Level Sciences.