Student Book

Updated to match the new 2012 specifications for Principles of Applied Science & Application of Science, this bright and engaging student book presents science in real contexts at a suitable level for BTEC to support new assessments and progression from Pass to Merit and Distinction. This book is endorsed by Edexcel.


* Covers all the key content that you need to deliver the Level 1 and Level 2 First Awards in Principles of Applied Science and Application of Science in one student book
* Carefully matched to the 2012 Edexcel specifications
* Introductory unit, Principles of Science, gives students an overview of science skills required both by the course and in the real-world
* New externally assessed units supported with clear content and practice exam-style questions
* Pass, Merit and Distinction material clearly differentiated and signposted
* Unit content presented in clear, concise sections with high-quality illustrations and photographs to engage students of all abilities
* Starting points for further research and tips to encourage self-study and ownership of the learning process
* Study tips to help students prepare for exams
* Written by science teachers with hands-on experience of teaching science at the right level for BTEC students
* Collins New BTEC Applied Science contains all units for the First Award in Principles of Applied Science
1. Principles of Science
2. Chemistry and Our Earth
3. Energy and Our Universe
4. Biology and Our Environment
and all units required for the First Award in Application of Science:
5. Application of Chemical Substances
6. Application of Physical Science
7. Health Application of Life Science
8. Scientific Skills