Medical Science - Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National

Applications Open: Thursday, 6 November from 5pm

Applications Close: date and time to be confirmed by the school soon!

How To Apply:

Internal students - Apply via Applicaa using this link - https://thomasaveling.applicaa.com/year12

External students - Apply via KentChoices using this link - https://www.kentprospectus.co.uk/login. Please note - After sending your application, you'll receive a welcome email from Applicaa asking for further information.

Entry Requirements: Five GCSEs grade 4 and above. Refer to individual subjects for the specific entry requirements.

The Pearson Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification BTEC National in Medical Science (Extended Certificate) is designed for post-16 students with an interest in medical sciences and aiming to progress to higher education as a route to graduate level employment.

Equivalent to one A level in size, it is suitable for students looking to develop their applied knowledge and skills in medical sciences as part of a study programme alongside two A levels.

The qualification has three mandatory units covering the following topics:

• Human Physiology, Anatomy and Pathology – Human body systems, cell ultrastructure, and how substances are transported

• Health Issues and Scientific Reporting – The immune system, its dysfunction and genetic technologies; the validity and reliability of information used in health science reporting

• Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases – Methods of pathogenicity and infectious agents, growth of microorganisms and health and safety in a laboratory environment. Students have a choice from three optional units covering the following topics:

• Diseases, Disorders, Treatments and Therapies – Principles of physiological diseases and disorders and their associated drug and medicine development

• Biomedical Science – Biomedical science techniques and their clinical application

• Human Reproduction and Fertility – Reproductive science including causes of infertility and associated impacts on health and well-being.

Internal and external assessments

Grade 5 in Science and Grade 5 in Mathematics

The following subjects would be suitable to combine with this qualification:

• Psychology
• Sociology
• Chemistry
• Physical Education & Sport

This qualification can lead to progression to the following degrees:

• BSc (Hons) Nursing (Adult Health/Child Health/Mental Health)
• BSc (Hons) Sport and Exercise Science
• BSc (Hons) Physiotherapy