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Diploma in Medical Science

at Shire Oak Academy, Walsall · school or sixth form

Ofsted rated their sixth form provisionGood2025see the detail

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma16 monthsFull time

What the college says

Medical Science is the science of dealing with the maintenance of health and the prevention and treatment of diseases. The Level 3 Applied Certificate in Medical Science 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

The Level 3 Applied Certificate in Medical Science is for post 16 learners who have already enjoyed and been successful in science. Typically learners starting this qualification will already have science qualifications at level 2, e.g. GCSEs in science subjects or GCSE Applied Science (Double Award).

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

  • SHIRE OAK ACADEMY

    Lichfield Road Walsall Wood, Walsall, WS9 9PA

    DaytimeClassroom based
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