What are lessons like in this subject?

Medical Science is ideal for you if you enjoy learning about human body systems, disease or have an interest in pursuing a career in healthcare or medical research. Medical Science develops key scientific skills to support progress to higher education or employment such as problem solving, organisation, research and analytical skills. The course is assessed using a mix of exams and coursework. Lessons are taught by teachers who are knowledgeable and have a passion for their subject. You will carry out investigations and independent research as part of the course.

What will I study?

  • Principles of human physiology
  • Anatomy and pathology
  • Biological molecules, cells and levels of organisation
  • Cardiovascular and respiratory systems
  • Digestive and renal systems
  • Nervous and endocrine systems
  • Musculoskeletal system
Y12 Coursework Unit:
  • Practical microbiology and infectious diseases
  • Health issues and scientific reporting: diagnostic techniques for assessing health issues; immune response and dysfunction; genetics and health; cancer; interpretation, analysis and evaluation of scientific information.
Y13 Coursework Unit:
  • Biomedical science
Qualification Title BTEC Extended Certificate AAQ in Medical Science

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