Entry requirementsWho is this course for? Young people aged 16-18 who wish to pursue a career in medical science. What do I need to get on the course? # Four GCSEs at grade A*-C including science, English and mathematics, or # BTEC First Diploma in Science with merit or distinction and key skills at Level 2. # You must also have very good communication skills.
Academic titleBTEC National Diploma in Medical Sciences
Course descriptionWhat is this course about?
This course is ideal for anyone wanting to progress onto medically related degree courses such as biomedical sciences, genetics, radiography and possibly medicine.
What will I study?
You will cover biological and medical sciences as well as specialist subjects such as clinical investigations, human physiology and genetic engineering
Units include:
# Mathematics and statistics for science technicians
# Scientific practical techniques
# Biochemical techniques
# Microbiological techniques
# Chemistry for biological technicians
# Electric circuits and their industrial applications and genetic engineering
# Practical chemical analysis
# Medical physics techniques
# Biomedical science techniques
# Physiological measurements
# Medical instrumentation.
You will also get the opportunity to visit laboratories and specialist medical facilities. Assessment is through coursework and laboratory practical s rather than end of year examinations.
What can I do after the course?
This course is ideal for anyone wanting to progress on to medically related degree courses. On successful completion, you can progress on to university to study biomedical sciences, genetics, radiography and possibly medicine