Are you passionate about the fascinating field of medical science? Do you aspire to make a difference in the healthcare industry and contribute to the well-being of others? Medical Science will equip you with the skills and knowledge to excel in this dynamic field. Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity to perform investigations in our state-of-the-art laboratories, where you will develop the practical skills necessary for investigations in the field of medical science. you will learn how to examine health data to identify trends in disease, diagnose conditions through the mathematical analysis of physiological data, and use biomedical equipment to perform and evaluate physiological tests. Supported by universities, the content of this Medical Science qualification offers a solid foundation of scientific understanding that will pave the way for your future higher education endeavours. Whether you aspire to pursue biomedical science, life sciences, or healthcare roles such as nursing, physiotherapy, or midwifery, this course is designed to prepare you for a successful career or further study in these areas.
General entry requirements are 5 or more GCSEs graded 4/5 or above including English Language, and ideally, Maths. To study this course, you will need grades 5 or above in Science, Mathematics and English Language.
This course is assessed by 6 units. 2 are externally assessed written examinations, 1 is a practical task completed in the lab, then externally assessed. External assessments are set and marked by WJEC. The remaining 3 are internally assessed units and are marked by the teacher, then moderated by WJEC. A grade (A-E) in each unit will be awarded a certain number of points. At the end of the course, these points will be totalled to provide an overall mark for the course, ranging from A* to E.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Cliddesden Road, Basingstoke, RG21 3HF |
Are you passionate about the fascinating field of medical science? Do you aspire to make a difference in the healthcare industry and contribute to the well-being of others? Medical Science will equip you with the skills and knowledge to excel in this dynamic field. Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity to perform investigations in our state-of-the-art laboratories, where you will develop the practical skills necessary for investigations in the field of medical science. you will learn how to examine health data to identify trends in disease, diagnose conditions through the mathematical analysis of physiological data, and use biomedical equipment to perform and evaluate physiological tests. Supported by universities, the content of this Medical Science qualification offers a solid foundation of scientific understanding that will pave the way for your future higher education endeavours. Whether you aspire to pursue biomedical science, life sciences, or healthcare roles such as nursing, physiotherapy, or midwifery, this course is designed to prepare you for a successful career or further study in these areas.
General entry requirements are 5 or more GCSEs graded 4/5 or above including English Language, and ideally, Maths. To study this course, you will need grades 5 or above in Science, Mathematics and English Language.
This course is assessed by 6 units. 2 are externally assessed written examinations, 1 is a practical task completed in the lab, then externally assessed. External assessments are set and marked by WJEC. The remaining 3 are internally assessed units and are marked by the teacher, then moderated by WJEC. A grade (A-E) in each unit will be awarded a certain number of points. At the end of the course, these points will be totalled to provide an overall mark for the course, ranging from A* to E.