Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Medical Science (Extended Certificate)
at Kesgrave High School, Ipswich · school or sixth form
What the college says
This is a vocational qualification that focuses on applying scientific knowledge, along with practical skills to real world health care scenarios. The course is designed for students who may be interested in science, but would like a course that is more applied and career focused, rather than the traditional A-Level approach.
What you need to get on
6 GCSE/BTEC passes at Grade 4 (or equivalent) or above. It is also desirable for students to achieve a Grade 5 or above in the subject (or related subjects) that they wish to study at Sixth Form.
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
Kesgrave High School
MAIN ROAD KESGRAVE, IPSWICH, IP5 2PB
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Start dates
- 1 September 2027 · IPSWICH
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