Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Medical Science (Extended Certificate)
at Tuxford Academy, Newark · school or sixth form
What the college says
BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate in Applied Science
What you need to get on
GCSE grade 4 in English, grade 5 in maths and two grade 5s 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
Tuxford Academy
Marnham Road Tuxford, Newark, NG22 0JH
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Start dates
- 1 September 2026 · Newark
- 1 September 2026 · Newark
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