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Alternative Academic Qualification (Applied Qualification) in Medical Science (Extended Certificate)

at Cockermouth School, Cockermouth · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

This course is for learners who are interested in careers related to healthcare and medical research. Medical scientists are at the forefront of healthcare services, as they are vital in the diagnosis of disease, determining the effectiveness of treatments and searching for new cures.

What you need to get on

Grade 5,5 at GCSE in two or more higher tier sciences and Grade 5 in both GCSE Mathematics and GCSE English Language.

How you are assessed

One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.

What this level means

The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Cockermouth School

    Castlegate Drive, Cockermouth, CA13 9HF

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Cockermouth

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