SUBJECT

Medical Science

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For September 2026

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,cellsand 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

What our
students
say

The course itself is extremely interesting in what it requires student to know and learn. It also expands on your previous GCSE knowledge vastly so if you ever had an interest in medical aspects biologically it is a great course to consider choosing because it is very interesting to learn and seems unique compared to he regular Biology focusing on the human body which is very fascinating to see.

Jack Peterson - Ash Hill Academy

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