Level 3 Medical Science

Teaching: Sep 2016

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Purpose	Reference
Qual Code	4463QC 4463QD
QWADN	C00/0779/3 Level 3 Certificate C00/0779/1 Level 3 Diploma
QN	601/7651/9 601/7644/1

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Our Level 3 Medical Science specifications have been developed in conjunction with Universities and Clinical Pathology laboratories.

They provide an engaging and meaningful context led approach to the development of scientific knowledge and skills, and enable learners to develop the tools necessary to understand, assess and suggest solutions to real-world challenges.

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