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Medical Science - ALMP AAQ L3 Extended Certificate HF1-MESC3T/C01
Venue Havant Campus Type of study Vocational	Dates Academic Year 2026-27 (2 years)

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Overview

This A Level equivalent course follows an applied learning structure, meaning it focuses on real-world applications of scientific concepts. It offers a context led approach to scientific study, and is excellent preparation for many careers in healthcare, such as radiography, nursing and paramedic science.

Entry Requirements

Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above including English Language, Mathematics and Science. GCSE Biology is preferred if taken.

Structure

In Year 1 you will study:

Human health and disease
Physiological measurement techniques
Medical science research methods

In Year 2 you will study:

Medicines and treatment of disease
Clinical laboratory techniques
Medical case study

Teaching & Learning

Teachers will employ a variety of methods to deliver the course content. Here are some possibilities:

Lectures and Class Discussions: These cover the fundamentals of human biology and related medical topics.
Practical Activities: Students might conduct experiments, dissections, physiological tests, or practice laboratory techniques to reinforce theoretical concepts.
Case Studies: Analysing real-world medical scenarios allows students to apply their knowledge to solve problems.
Research Projects: Students can delve deeper into specific topics through independent or collaborative research.

Assessment

Assessments will comprise 50% externally set practical exams and 50% internally assessed work.

Progression

The WJEC Medical Science Diploma is designed as a stepping stone towards careers in healthcare, through progression onto HE courses or Healthcare Apprenticeships.

My time at the college was definitely life changing, I have learnt a lot of new skills, and obviously it’s a completely new experience. The support was great, there was always people there to help and try make it as easy as they can for you. The college is really fantastic, it has helped me on the way to get to what I want to achieve within my career goals.
Erin Morgan, BTEC student

My experience at the college has been really good, it’s been really rewarding, all the lecturers were so lovely and supportive there’s no way I could have done it without them - the teaching has been outstanding.
Lucie Brooks, A Level student

My experience at the college was enjoyable and productive, with thoroughly helpful people surrounding you, an excellent experience. I wasn’t expecting it to be as good as it was, with the work shop time and experience I had, it was a great two years preparing me for the next stage.
Edward Smith, BTEC student

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