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Applied Human Biology (AAQ | Level 3 | Single)

Franklin Sixth Form College

Chelmsford Avenue, Grimsby, DN34 5BY

Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ)
Level 3

Available start dates

Available start dates

Sunday, 06 September 2026
Franklin College
2 Year(s)
Part of a full time programme
Daytime/working hours

Course Summary

Further your biology studies with a different approach from the traditional A Level route. Discover how human biology and lifestyles can impact health at a personal and population level. A combination of assessment styles will help develop the confidence and skills needed to continue into higher education and succeed in the workplace.

Complimentary courses

  • Sport
  • Physical Education
  • Health and Social Care
  • Chemistry
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Course Details

This qualification will enable you to study the principles and applications of medical science through a variety of units. You’ll learn practical and investigation skills that build on this fundamental knowledge; and study topics, including human anatomy, physiology and pathology, health issues and scientific reporting, practical microbiology, and infectious diseases. Designed to be taken alongside A Level courses such as Physical Education and Sport, Sociology, Chemistry, and Psychology, this qualification will help you connect your studies across these subjects. It’s a perfect stepping stone to university and a future career in healthcare, science, or related industries.

How will it be delivered and assessed?

  • Combination of Coursework and Examination

Entry requirements

For the latest entry requirements for all our courses please click the following link: https://www.franklin.ac.uk/courses/course-entry-requirements

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Possible career paths

  • Nurse
  • Doctor
  • Biomedical Scientist
  • Health & Social Care Worker
  • Sport Scientist
  • Physiotherapist
  • Midwife
  • Occupational Health Worker
  • Forensic Scientist

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