AAQ Medical Science

Course summary

The AAQ Medical Science course provides a comprehensive understanding of medical science principles and their applications, covering human biology, disease, research techniques, and clinical practices. The core and specialist medical science knowledge, understanding and skills that students develop create a good foundation for transition to related degrees. Skills such as critical thinking and independent learning help students to be better prepared for the self-directed learning approach used in higher education and become more open-minded to learning. Course content: The content of the Medical Science course includes: • An exploration of the principles and applications of medical science. • Mandatory units: Includes human, physiology, pathology, health issues, scientific reporting, and practical microbiology. • Optional units: Allows specialisation in areas like diseases, disorders, treatments, biomedical science, or human reproduction and fertility. • Practical skills: Develops laboratory skills, research techniques, and critical thinking.