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Medical Science (AAQ | Level 3 | Single)

Franklin Sixth Form College

Chelmsford Avenue, Grimsby, DN34 5BY

Alternative Academic Qualification (AAQ)
Level 3
Science and Mathematics

Available start dates

Available start dates

Monday, 06 September 2027
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.


Complementary Courses:

Sport
Physical Education
Health and Social Care
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 courses such as Physical Education and Sport, Sociology, 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
Biomedical Scientist
Health & Social Care Worker
Sport Scientist
Physiotherapist
Midwife
Occupational Health Worker
Forensic Scientist

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