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St John’s Catholic Comprehensive School

Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification in Medical Science (AAQ)

Subject Medical Science
Exam Board Pearson
Qualifications Level 3 Alternative Academic Qualification in Medical Science (AAQ)
Specification Click Here
Order of Units

Unit 1: Principles of Human Physiology, Anatomy and Pathology. External exam

Unit 3: Practical Microbiology and Infectious Disease.  Coursework. 

Unit 2:  Health Issues and scientific Reporting . External exam

Unit 6:  Reproduction and Fertility. Coursework. 

Suggested Resources

For the course you will need to purchase the textbook, which can be found on the link below:  

https://www.pearsonschoolsandfecolleges.co.uk/fe-vocational/subjects/science-fe-vocational/btec-national-2025-medical-science/ext-cert-student-book-print?srsltid=AfmBOorrQvjvpplRReeQX1KEJf5Nk6Q03CVtnI6gUEg13JGWgPSVs4kf

For the coursework units (3 and 6) you should access the resources on MS Teams. 

Expected Homework Hours Per Week

Coursework – A minimum of 3 hours a week is expected in order to meet deadlines and ensure work is completed to a high standard. 

Exams – It is recommended that you spend a minimum of 3 hours a week working on revision notes, past paper questions or researching around topics to secure your understanding prior to the exam. 

Learning Platforms Used

All assignments and homework is  set virtually on MS Teams as well as show my homework. MS teams is also the platform used for the class to share resources. SENECA is used to set homework questions to help with revision. 

Submission of Bridging Work Please send your completed bridging packs to:  HNasim@stj.kent.sch.uk