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Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Medical Science (Extended Certificate)

at Ashton Sixth Form College, Ashton-Under-Lyne · sixth form college

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification24 monthsFull timeFree

What the college says

AAQ Medical Science is equivalent to one A level that can be studied alongside other A-Levels or Extended Certificates. The AAQ Medical Science qualification combines theoretical and practical aspects of human health and disease. Students will develop the following knowledge and skills on this course: • Knowledge and understanding of human physiology, anatomy and pathology • Secondary research skills including collection and interpretation of data from valid sources and drawing reasoned conclusions • Practical skills in microbiology and their application in the diagnosis of disease • Critical thinking. Students will develop the following knowledge from the optional units: • Knowledge and understanding of specialist areas relating to infectious disease transmission, biomedical science and human reproduction and fertility. Students can also develop other transferable skills such as personal responsibility and independent learning. The core and specialist medical science knowledge, understanding and skills that students develop create a good foundation for transition to related degrees.

What you need to get on

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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

  • Ashton Sixth Form College

    Ashton Under Lyne Sixth Form College Darnton Road, Ashton-under-Lyne, OL6 9RL

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