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Medical Science AAQ Level 3 Extended Certificate

at City of Portsmouth College, Portsmouth · college

Level 3Applied and BTECAlternative Academic Qualification2 yearsFull timeFree

What the college says

Medical science is dedicated to understanding the human body, diagnosing diseases, developing treatments, and promoting overall health. It integrates various scientific disciplines to study the structure and function of the body, the mechanisms of diseases, and the ways to prevent and cure health issues.

What you need to get on

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English and maths. Learners interested in this qualification will most likely have already enjoyed and been successful in science. The minimum requirement is a double grade 4 in science.

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

  • COPC Sixth Form Campus

    Portsmouth College Tangier Road, Portsmouth, PO3 6PZ

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 8 September 2026 · Portsmouth

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