Does it count as a science qualification for HE?

Science in Society counts like most other A levels for general entry to university and has the same UCAS points. Where entry requires general science qualifications (for example, in entry to a teacher training qualification) then the A level or even the AS level will often be acceptable. It is not sufficient for a specialist science course. It will clearly be a useful qualification for courses such as science communication or media courses with an option in science journalism but is not a requirement