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BTEC National Diploma in Applied Science (Medical Science)

 
Exam Board: EDEXCEL
The BTEC national course provides specialist work-related qualifications in a range of sectors. It gives learners the knowledge, understanding and skills that they need to prepare them for employment.
 
What will I study?
 
THE BTEC NATIONAL DIPLOMA IN APPLIED SCIENCE (MEDICAL SCIENCE)
Core Unit Titles (all must be taken) Assessment
Fundamentals of Science

Working in the Science Industry 

Range of internally assessed assignments
Scientific Investigation 
Scientific Practical Techniques 
Perceptions of Science 
Application of Numbers for Science Technicians 
Specialist unit titles (12 must be taken) 
Mathematics for Science Technicians 
Statistics for Science Technicians 
Informatics 
Using Science in the Workplace 
Physiology of Human Body Systems 
Physiology of Human Regulation and Reproduction 
Biochemical Techniques 
Energy Changes, Sources and Applications 
Microbiological Techniques
Chemistry for Biology Technicians
Electrical Circuits and their Industrial Applications 
Genetics and Genetic Engineering 
Practical Chemical Analysis 
Medical Physics Techniques 
Biomedical Science Techniques 
Chemical Laboratory Techniques 
Electronics for Science Technicians 
Physiological Investigations 
Medical Instrumentation
   
What can it lead to?
Medical Science BTEC can lead to employment in a range of professions including medical research, radiography and nursing.