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Medical Science

at The Crompton House Church of England Academy, Oldham · school or sixth form

Level 3Applied and BTECDiploma2 yearsFull time

What the college says

Medical Science is a Level 3 Applied Diploma for learners who have a specific interest in a healthcare or medical research career. Medical Science is the science of dealing with the maintenance of health and the prevention and treatment of diseases. The main purpose of the qualification is to provide learners with the knowledge, understanding and skills in key scientific principles to support progress to higher education or employment in areas of Medical Science, such as job roles in physiological sciences or clinical laboratory services. The qualification covers the key topic areas of health, physiology and disease, as well as providing the opportunity to study the areas of pharmacology, physiological measurement, clinical testing and medical research.

What you need to get on

Average Point Score: 4.0 Grade 4/4 in GCSE Combined Science or Grade 4 in GCSE Biology

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

  • Crompton House Church of England Academy

    Rochdale Road Shaw, Oldham, OL2 7HS

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 4 September 2026 · Oldham

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