Useful Information
This course is designed to cultivate a deep appreciation of the competencies, skills, and knowledge essential for success in higher education and science-based careers. It provides a comprehensive understanding of medical science and explores the practical applications of scientific principles in real-world workplace scenarios.
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Course Overview
This course is designed to foster a deep appreciation of the competencies, skills, and knowledge essential for success in higher education and science-based careers. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of medical science and learn how scientific principles are applied to real-world situations in professional environments.
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Course Highlights
The College runs a number of educational experiences each year to enable students to contextualise their learning. These experiences include trips and presentations by visiting speakers.
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Career Opportunities & Further Study
This qualification offers students the opportunity to specialize in Medical Science, with a focus on key areas such as Human Physiology and advanced medical techniques across various fields. It also provides a strong foundation for progression into medically related degree programs, including Biomedical Sciences, Genetics, and Radiography, or for pursuing careers in laboratory-based industries.
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Assessment
The course is assessed via exam (50%) and coursework (50%).
The exam board for this course is Pearson EDEXCEL
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Entry Requirements
Students wishing to do BTEC Level 3 courses, need to have (or expect to achieve) at least four GCSE passes at Grade 4 or above including English (and a satisfactory school reference) in order to be accepted on a BTEC Level 3 Programme.
Students must also gain the additional GCSE grade:
Grade 5 in Science and Grade 4 in Maths
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