Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science

An 18-month full-time Level 3 science qualification of 1,080 guided learning hours, built for progression to higher education.

CINE

Offered by

CINEC Campus

Awarded by

Pearson

Next intake: June 2027
LevelDiploma
Duration1.5 Years
Study modefull-time
CampusColombo

Overview

About this course

The Pearson BTEC International Level 3 Extended Diploma in Applied Science is run by the Faculty of Health Sciences at CINEC Campus as a full-time course for learners who want science-based study as the main focus of a full-time programme. CINEC says it supports progression to higher education in its own right. It runs for 18 months (1,080 guided learning hours) over three semesters. The first two semesters cover biology, chemistry and physics principles and applications, investigative project skills, human physiology, microbiology, biological molecules and metabolism, and diseases and infections. The third semester adds contemporary issues in science, genetics and genetic engineering, human regulation and reproduction, applications of organic chemistry and materials science.

Modules

16 modules
Principles and Applications of Biology I
Principles and Applications of Chemistry I
Principles and Applications of Physics I
Investigative Project Skills
Functional Physiology of Human Body Systems

Entry requirements

Academic Entry Requirement

Recommended Background
  • CINEC states there are no fixed entry requirements, but learners are expected to hold qualifications at or equivalent to Level 2.
  • Learners are most likely to succeed with five International GCSEs at good grades and/or BTEC qualifications at Level 2.
  • Other appropriate qualifications, or achievement at year 11 or age 16 in core subjects.

Facilities

Gallery

Key information

Level

diploma

Duration

1.5 Years ยท full-time

Location

Colombo

Fees

On request

Upcoming intakes

Verified informationOct 14, 2026

Related study areas

BiologyChemistrySciences

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