AAQ Medical Science is a context based course, where learning based around real life experiences is a key aspect. The qualification is equivalent to one A level and will support your study of Physical Education, BTEC sport, Health and Social Care, Business Studes, Psychology or Sociology. You could also study AAQ Medical Science alongside another practical subject such as Design Technology. This course will allow you to go on to study health-based courses such as Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational Health, Sport Science and Physiotherapy. Medical Science is a key subject for lots of vocational careers, particularly in healthcare, forensic science and jobs requiring practical skills – the list is pretty long! Equivalent to one A Level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in medical sciences as part of a study programme alongside two A Levels. The qualification has been developed in consultation with higher education representatives and sector experts from associated professional bodies to ensure students have the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to progress to, and thrive, in higher education. Distinction* equivalent to A* at A level - 56 UCAS tariff points Distinction equivalent to A at A level – 48 UCAS tariff points Merit equivalent to C at A level – 32 UCAS tariff points Pass equivalent to E at A level – 16 UCAS tariff points
Course Entry Requirements It is recommended that students achieve grades 5-5 in GCSE Combined Science and English, but good grades 4s will be considered, on an individual basis.
Unit 1: Written paper (1hr 30mins) on human physiology, anatomy and pathology Unit 2: Written paper (2hrs) on health issues and scientific reporting Unit 3: Internally assessed laboratory reports of microbial techniques and investigations into antimicrobial agents Unit 4: Internally assessed assignment on biomedical science techniques and their clinical application Unit Number Unit Title Guided Learning Hours Internal or External Assessment 1 Principles of human physiology, anatomy and pathology 90 External 2 Health issues and scientific reporting 120 External 3 Practical microbiology and infectious diseases 90 Internal 4 (5) Biomedical Science 60 Internal Students achieving a qualification will have completed all units. Units are assessed using a grading scale of Distinction (D), Merit (M), Pass (P), Near Pass (N) and Unclassified (U). The grade of Near Pass is used for Externally assessed units only. All mandatory and optional units contribute proportionately to the overall qualification grade, for example a unit of 120 GLH will contribute double that of a 60 GLH unit.
About Education Provider
| Region | South East |
| Local Authority | Surrey |
| Ofsted Rating | Good |
| Gender Type | Co-Educational |
| Address | Tithepit Shaw Lane, Warlingham, CR6 9YB |
AAQ Medical Science is a context based course, where learning based around real life experiences is a key aspect. The qualification is equivalent to one A level and will support your study of Physical Education, BTEC sport, Health and Social Care, Business Studes, Psychology or Sociology. You could also study AAQ Medical Science alongside another practical subject such as Design Technology. This course will allow you to go on to study health-based courses such as Nursing, Midwifery, Occupational Health, Sport Science and Physiotherapy. Medical Science is a key subject for lots of vocational careers, particularly in healthcare, forensic science and jobs requiring practical skills – the list is pretty long! Equivalent to one A Level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in medical sciences as part of a study programme alongside two A Levels. The qualification has been developed in consultation with higher education representatives and sector experts from associated professional bodies to ensure students have the knowledge, understanding and skills they need to progress to, and thrive, in higher education. Distinction* equivalent to A* at A level - 56 UCAS tariff points Distinction equivalent to A at A level – 48 UCAS tariff points Merit equivalent to C at A level – 32 UCAS tariff points Pass equivalent to E at A level – 16 UCAS tariff points
Course Entry Requirements It is recommended that students achieve grades 5-5 in GCSE Combined Science and English, but good grades 4s will be considered, on an individual basis.
Unit 1: Written paper (1hr 30mins) on human physiology, anatomy and pathology Unit 2: Written paper (2hrs) on health issues and scientific reporting Unit 3: Internally assessed laboratory reports of microbial techniques and investigations into antimicrobial agents Unit 4: Internally assessed assignment on biomedical science techniques and their clinical application Unit Number Unit Title Guided Learning Hours Internal or External Assessment 1 Principles of human physiology, anatomy and pathology 90 External 2 Health issues and scientific reporting 120 External 3 Practical microbiology and infectious diseases 90 Internal 4 (5) Biomedical Science 60 Internal Students achieving a qualification will have completed all units. Units are assessed using a grading scale of Distinction (D), Merit (M), Pass (P), Near Pass (N) and Unclassified (U). The grade of Near Pass is used for Externally assessed units only. All mandatory and optional units contribute proportionately to the overall qualification grade, for example a unit of 120 GLH will contribute double that of a 60 GLH unit.