Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Science)

Course Content

To help in the study of this programme, students in the first year, will undertake study of 9 units. Six of these count towards a Subsidiary Diploma which could be “banked” after the first year. However, for a student wishing to progress to complete the Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma, it is imperative to have a pass in all 9 of the Year 1 units with a view to completing 17 Units in total over the two years. It is possible for a student, in the second year to apply for a Diploma Certification (12 Units in total), this would only be done at the end of Year 2 when the final Exam Board Assessments are compiled.

The Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma is made up of 6 core units and 12 specialist units. Core Units are:

• Fundamentals of Science
• Scientific Practical Techniques
• Scientific Investigations
• Perceptions of Science
• Working in the Science Industry
• Using Mathematical Tools in Science
• Using Statistics in Science
• Informatics in Science

If you are accepted onto this course without a Grade C or above in Maths and/or English you will be required to complete the relevant Essential Skills qualifications of Numeracy and Literacy. These along with ICT will form a compulsory part of your timetable.

Special Features

Students with science qualifications have a wide range of possible employment, career and higher education opportunities. Career paths (with further training) can include:

• Biotechnology
• Chemical Analysis
• Food Technology
• Agricultural Science
• Distilling
• Environmental Studies
• Nutrition Studies
• Nursing
• Sports Science
• Marine Biology.