Level 3 Extended Certificate in Medical Science

Level 3 Extended Certificate in Medical Science (Alternative Academic Qualification) – From September 2025

Why study this subject?

Medical Science is taught by a team of dedicated and highly qualified biology teachers. We offer a supportive and encouraging environment to let you achieve to the best of your ability.

The WJEC Level 3 Extended Certificate in Medical Science is different from A Level courses offered at Greenhead because the emphasis is just as much about developing your skills as it is about gaining knowledge. Equivalent to a full A Level, graded A* – E, and awarded the same UCAS points, this course will provide you with the skills and knowledge to enter careers/university courses in healthcare and medical research.

Medical science is dedicated to understanding the human body, diagnosing diseases, developing treatments, and promoting overall health. It integrates various scientific disciplines to study the structure and function of the body, the mechanisms of diseases, and the ways to prevent and cure health issues.

This new Level 3 Extended Certificate in Medical Science is for students who are interested in careers related to healthcare and medical research.

A significant proportion of career opportunities in this sector are at degree level. When supported by other appropriate qualifications, the Level 3 Diploma in Medical Science will enable progression to higher education to a range of Applied Science programmes, such as biomedical science, life sciences, and physiology, as well as healthcare courses such as nursing, physiotherapy and radiography .

Students are expected to undertake 3-4 hours of independent work each week for this subject.