The main purpose of this two-year course is to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills to support progress to higher education or straight into employment in areas of medical science, such as job roles in physiological sciences or clinical laboratory services. The course comprises of 6 units and is equivalent to a full A level (A* to E). At the end of two years, you will achieve a diploma in level 3 medical science. Each unit has a clear purpose which focuses the learning of scientific knowledge, understanding and skills in a meaningful context.
• You should have at least a grade 5-5 in GCSE double award science or a grade 5 in two of the separate sciences; GCSE biology, chemistry or physics. • You should have at least a grade 5 in GCSE maths and GCSE English language. • If you have a level 2 BTEC application of science qualification, a Distinction will be required for entry onto this course.
Assessment is through a balance of externally (170 hours) and internally (190 hours) assessed units over the two years. External assessment is of two types: written examinations for unit 1 and unit 6 and an externally set and marked task based assessment for unit 5. The written examinations will include pre-release material and synoptic context-based questions based upon all units studied. Internal assessments are based on two pieces of coursework in year 1 and one piece in year 2.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Hampshire |
| Ofsted Rating | Outstanding |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Prospect Avenue, Farnborough, GU14 8JX |
The main purpose of this two-year course is to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills to support progress to higher education or straight into employment in areas of medical science, such as job roles in physiological sciences or clinical laboratory services. The course comprises of 6 units and is equivalent to a full A level (A* to E). At the end of two years, you will achieve a diploma in level 3 medical science. Each unit has a clear purpose which focuses the learning of scientific knowledge, understanding and skills in a meaningful context.
• You should have at least a grade 5-5 in GCSE double award science or a grade 5 in two of the separate sciences; GCSE biology, chemistry or physics. • You should have at least a grade 5 in GCSE maths and GCSE English language. • If you have a level 2 BTEC application of science qualification, a Distinction will be required for entry onto this course.
Assessment is through a balance of externally (170 hours) and internally (190 hours) assessed units over the two years. External assessment is of two types: written examinations for unit 1 and unit 6 and an externally set and marked task based assessment for unit 5. The written examinations will include pre-release material and synoptic context-based questions based upon all units studied. Internal assessments are based on two pieces of coursework in year 1 and one piece in year 2.