AAQ Biomedical Science

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About the course

Are you considering a career in a medical related industry? Do you want to know more about the human body, physiology, pathology, diseases and therapies? Are you interested about health and the way is which we recover from injuries?

If the answer to any of these questions is ‘yes!’ then Medical Science AAQ is the subject for you!

This course is ideal for anyone who wants to pursue a career in science and combines academic study with the acquisition of practical skills. Throughout the two-year course, you will explore key concepts across all three main sciences whilst also developing practical experience in laboratory techniques and investigatory skills, beneficial for employability within the science sector.

AAQs are new qualifications that equate to one A Level choice. You will study the AAQ alongside two other A Level options. You can only study one AAQ, so this subject cannot be taken with the Applied Science AAQ.

This subject contains a mix of internally assessed units and internally assessed units, which the majority of this being externally assessed.

Units 1, and 2 are assessed through a sat exam whilst the other units are assessed through internally set assignments.

Course content

Over the course of the two years you will study:

Principles of Human Physiology, Anatomy and Pathology: You will explore the biological principles that underpin medical science. You will study how the human body functions at a cellular and tissue level and gain an understanding of the various organ systems that comprise the human body.
Health issues and Scientific Reporting: You will further develop your understanding of medical science through learning about contemporary health issues, alongside developing your knowledge about scientific analysis, evaluation and reporting.
Practical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases: In this unit you will investigate the effect of antimicrobial agents on the growth of microorganisms and infectious diseases. You will draw on their wider scientific understanding
Biomedical Science: In this unit you will examine the role of biomedical scientists in identifying the causes of disease and in helping medical personal to offer suitable treatments.

What do I need to join

A minimum of five GCSEs at grade 4 and above, including English Language. A grade 5 or above in GCSE Maths and a minimum of grade 5 or 5-5 in GCSE Sciences. Due to the mathematical element of this qualification, we recommend applicants consider taking Core Maths as a fourth subject.

What can I do next

The knowledge and skills gained through studying the Medical Science course are beneficial to learners wanting to continue their studies within a scientific or health related field such as Physiotherapy or laboratory work within healthcare industries and degrees in the same area.

Applications for September 2025 are now closed

You still have a chance to secure your place. Our Late Advice & Guidance interviews run from Monday 1st to Friday 5th September, and bookings will open on Thursday 21st August (GCSE Results Day).

Mark the date in your calendar and be ready to book — spaces are limited.

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Location

Starting

FLL30R0J/1

Filton Campus

September 2025

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