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Free Level 3 Medical Science Course in March

CostFREE
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start3 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyWJEC awarding body
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About this course

Free Level 3 Medical Science Course in March. Classes run at Neale-Wade Academy, full-time over two years.

Medical science covers how the body works, how diseases develop, and how treatments are tested. You'll study topics including microbiology, genetics, physiology, and the science behind diagnosis and treatment. The course is taught by WJEC and gives you a strong grounding in healthcare and medical research.

You'll need five GCSEs at grade 5 or above, including English, Maths, and Science. You'll finish with a Level 3 Diploma in Medical Science.

Who this course is for

Medical Science is the science of dealing with the maintenance of health and the prevention and treatment of diseases. The Level 3 Applied Diploma in Medical Science is for learners who are interested in careers related to healthcare and medical research. Medical scientists are at the forefront of healthcare services, as they are vital in the diagnosis of disease, determining the effectiveness of treatments and searching for new cures.

Entry requirements

5 Grade 5’s and above to include English, Maths & Science

What you will learn

  • You'll explore how the human body functions and how disease affects it.
  • You'll study microbiology, including bacteria, viruses, and infection control.
  • You'll learn about genetics and how inherited conditions are diagnosed.
  • You'll examine how medical tests and laboratory techniques are used in diagnosis.
  • You'll investigate how new treatments and medicines are developed and tested.
  • You'll develop scientific data skills used in healthcare and research settings.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom lessons, practical laboratory work, and written assignments. Assessment is through a combination of coursework and examinations set by WJEC. Practical tasks give you hands-on experience of scientific techniques used in real healthcare and research contexts.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Neale-Wade Academy will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Laboratory assistant, supports scientists in a hospital or research lab.
  • Laboratory technician, carries out tests and analyses samples in a clinical setting.
  • Healthcare science support worker, assists with diagnostic testing in the NHS.
  • Medical research assistant, helps collect and process data for clinical studies.
  • Pharmacy technician, prepares and dispenses medicines under pharmacist supervision.

What you could study next

  • A degree in Biomedical Science, giving you the full qualification needed to work as a registered biomedical scientist.
  • A degree in Medicine, Nursing, or Pharmacy, building on the science foundation this Diploma provides.
  • A Higher National Certificate in Applied Science, a shorter higher-education route into laboratory or research roles.
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