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Free Level 3 Medical Science Course in Hull

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Medical Science Course in Hull. Classes run at Wilberforce College, full-time over two years.

You'll study how the human body works at a genetic, cellular, and tissue level. The course covers biological principles, human biology, lifestyle and health, disease, diagnostics, and antimicrobial science. You'll also carry out your own scientific investigation.

This Pearson Edexcel qualification leads to a BTEC National Extended Certificate in Medical Science.

Who this course is for

You will explore the biological principles that underpin medical science and study how the human body functions at a genetic, cellular and tissue level. You'll gain understanding of how human biology and lifestyle factors interact to affect the health of individuals and populations and explore the many ways that this knowledge can be applied in order to improve diagnostic and health outcomes. You will carry out your own investigation into the effect of antimicrobial agents on the growth of microorganisms and recognise the importance of disease management to modern human society. You will look at scientific information related to health issues and associated initiatives from developments in food nutrition and healthy diets to advances in medical treatments, including stem cell therapy and genetic engineering.

Entry requirements

You must have a minimum of four GCSEs at grade 9-4, including Maths and English Language. Additionally, you will need a minimum of a grade 5-5 in combined science or grade 5’s in separate sciences.

What you will learn

  • You'll explore the biological principles that underpin medical science.
  • You'll study how the body functions at a genetic, cellular, and tissue level.
  • You'll examine how lifestyle factors affect the health of individuals and populations.
  • You'll investigate how medical knowledge improves diagnostic and health outcomes.
  • You'll carry out a practical investigation into antimicrobial agents and microbial growth.
  • You'll develop skills in scientific analysis and research.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based lessons, practical laboratory work, and independent study. Assessment is through a mix of externally assessed exams and internally assessed assignments. Your assignments are marked by your tutors and moderated by Pearson Edexcel. The external exams test your scientific knowledge and understanding across the core topics.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Wilberforce College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Laboratory technician, supports scientific testing in hospitals or research labs.
  • Healthcare science assistant, works alongside clinical scientists in the NHS.
  • Medical research assistant, helps collect and process data for studies.
  • Pharmacy assistant, supports dispensing and stock management in a pharmacy.
  • Biomedical support worker, assists with sample analysis and lab procedures.

What you could study next

  • BSc in Biomedical Science, a degree that leads to roles as a registered biomedical scientist in the NHS.
  • BSc in Nursing or Midwifery, for those drawn to direct patient care.
  • BSc in Pharmacology or Biochemistry, for deeper study of drugs and biological chemistry.
  • Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Applied Science, a shorter higher-level route into lab-based work.
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