Biomedical Sciences Extended Level 3 Diploma
at One Sixth Form College, Ipswich · sixth form college
What the college says
16-19
What you need to get on
5 GCSEs at 9-4. At least grade 44 in the Sciences (Core and Additional or all separate sciences) and Grade 4 in English. Grade 5 in Mathematics is preferred based on the high mathematical content of the subject, Grade 4 will be considered based on UMS points achieved in Mathematics and grade profile across other relevant subjects. (A Level 2 vocational qualification will be regarded as the equivalent of one of the 5 required 9-4 GCSE grades.)
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
One Sixth Form College
Scrivener Drive Pinewood, Ipswich, IP8 3SU
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Ipswich
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