The Access to HE Diploma (Medical Science) aims to develop students’ understanding of a range of medical sciences and topics in human biology, chemistry, physics and psychology. Students will have the opportunity to look at areas in health and disease, medical genetics, human anatomy and physiology and cell biology.

Throughout the Diploma, students will also develop transferable skills such as effective communication, working with others, interpreting information and numeracy.

The aim of this qualification is to prepare students for progression into higher education subjects including, but not limited to:

• medical science
• allied health professions
• science
• applied science.

Upon successful completion of this Diploma, students will be able to:

1. explore a range of medical sciences with confidence
2. explain a range of scientific processes effectively
3. outline key functions in human biology
4. develop core research, referencing and study skills for success in HE

The qualification prepares students for study at higher education level.