what university courses can you do with applied science (worth one a level)

I want to do applied science, health and social care, and maybe sports science in 6th form.
I was just wondering what university courses could I do with those, at the meeting we had to discuss our choices I was told I might not be able to do physiotherapy or Occupational therapy even though when I researched I found that I could.

So what courses can I do?
If there's anyone who has done these or similar subjects can you write about your experiences about going to university?

Reply 1

normaw

Volunteer Team, Clearing and Applications Advisor

Original post by i'mconcuzled

It's not clear from your post if all three subjects you propose are BTECs or a combination of BTECs and A levels. You will need to look at the 'Entry Requirements' section on the course pages for a range of unis. For example, for physio at Liverpool:

BTEC Nationals are considered in addition to 6 GCSEs grades A* – B or level 6, which must include English Language, Maths and two Science subjects from the following: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, PE, Core Science, Additional Science and Dual Science Award. Please note that Applied GCSEs will not be considered.

BTEC National Extended Certificate
We will accept one subject at a minimum of Distinction. This must be accompanied by two A2 subjects at grade A and B. The A2 subjects must include Biology, PE or Sport Science and the Active Leisure Industry. In total between the two qualifications, 3 separate subjects must be taken.

BTEC National Diploma
We will only accept in Sport and Exercise Science at grade DD plus one accompanying A2 subject at grade A. Applicants presenting with a BTEC National Diploma in Health and Social Care will be considered at grade DD and must also have an A level in Biology, PE or Sports Science and the active leisure industry at grade A. Across the two qualifications, two separate subjects must be taken.

BTEC National Extended Diploma
Will be accepted in Health and Social Care or Sport and Exercise Science at grade DDD.

So, from the above, Liverpool would accept one BTEC National Extended Diploma but they wouldn't accept three BTEC National Extended Certificates. Some A levels would be required.

Sheffield Hallam wants 128 Ucas points:

From A levels including at least 40 points from either Biology, Human Biology or Physical Education or BTEC National Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science. We do not accept AS Levels or general studies. For example:

ABB including relevant subject(s)
DDM in BTEC Extended Diploma in Sport and Exercise Science
Distinction overall from a T level qualification including a grade B from the Core.
A combination of qualifications including relevant subject(s)

Do you have the option to take a BTEC National Extended Diploma (the equivalent of three A levels) in Health and Social or Sports Science instead of three subjects?

FYI:
National Extended Certificate (graded P, M, D, D*) = 1.0 x A level
National Foundation Diploma (graded P, M, D, D*) = 1.5 x A levels
National Diploma (graded from PP to D*D*) = 2.0 x A levels
National Extended Diploma (graded from PPP to D*D*D*) = 3.0 x A levels

Reply 2

BradfordRep

Official Rep

Original post by i'mconcuzled

I want to do applied science, health and social care, and maybe sports science in 6th form.
I was just wondering what university courses could I do with those, at the meeting we had to discuss our choices I was told I might not be able to do physiotherapy or Occupational therapy even though when I researched I found that I could.
So what courses can I do?
If there's anyone who has done these or similar subjects can you write about your experiences about going to university?

Hi @i'mconcuzled

Love the username!

As an Occupational Therapy student at Bradford, I'm here to assure you that you CAN in fact still get into Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy at many universities, with those Subject choices too. (If you live near Yorkshire, I would definitely recommend you have a look at the University of Bradford btw🙂 )

For Physiotherapy, you would require 136 UCAS Points which is typically a DDD. If studying Applied Science, you would be required to have studied one Biology Unit (minimum) at a Distinction.

If you were looking more at Occupational Therapy, 120 UCAS Points are required, typically DDM. You'd be studying both a Health and a Science subject which is perfect too!

Now personally, I did 2 A-Levels and BTEC Health and Social Care. I was able to gain entry into Occupational Therapy, I really feel like that subject gave me a knowledge base of anatomy and healthcare, which helped massively when I began the course.

I hope this information helps, and if you have any further questions, feel free to ask 🙂

~Zaynab
University of Bradford

Reply 3

i'mconcuzled

Original post by BradfordRep

Hi @i'mconcuzled
Love the username!
As an Occupational Therapy student at Bradford, I'm here to assure you that you CAN in fact still get into Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy at many universities, with those Subject choices too. (If you live near Yorkshire, I would definitely recommend you have a look at the University of Bradford btw🙂 )
For Physiotherapy, you would require 136 UCAS Points which is typically a DDD. If studying Applied Science, you would be required to have studied one Biology Unit (minimum) at a Distinction.
If you were looking more at Occupational Therapy, 120 UCAS Points are required, typically DDM. You'd be studying both a Health and a Science subject which is perfect too!
Now personally, I did 2 A-Levels and BTEC Health and Social Care. I was able to gain entry into Occupational Therapy, I really feel like that subject gave me a knowledge base of anatomy and healthcare, which helped massively when I began the course.
I hope this information helps, and if you have any further questions, feel free to ask 🙂
~Zaynab
University of Bradford

Thankyou so much it's been very informational