T Level Healthcare Science at Somerset Studio School is equivalent to three A levels and combines classroom learning with at 45 days of ‘on-the-job’ industry placement.

ABOUT T LEVEL HEALTHCARE SCIENCE:

You will develop a general understanding of health and science including;

• working within the health and science sector

• health, safety and environmental regulations

• managing information and data

• principles of good scientific and clinical practice

• core science concepts including the structure of cells, tissues and large molecules, genetics, microbiology and immunology

You will also learn about topics specific to healthcare science: 

• understanding the healthcare science sector, including roles available and what they entail

• further knowledge of human anatomy and physiology, diseases and disorders, genomics and medical physics

• providing person-centered care 

• infection prevention and control 

• good scientific practice

WHY CHOOSE T LEVELS?

T Levels are ideal if an individual wants to:

• Develop practical skills, knowledge and behaviours that show occupational competence 

• Apply theory in real workplace settings 

• Combine classroom learning (80%) with on-the-job employment experience (20%) 

• Pursue a high-quality technical route into skilled employment, further study or higher/ degree apprenticeships 

• Develop maths, English and digital skills within the qualification framework 

HOW IS IT ASSESSED?

Core component: Grades A* to E are based on combines scores from written examinations and an employer-set project

Occupational specialism component: distinction/merit/pass grades are based on coursework assignments.

WHERE COULD THE COURSE TAKE ME? 

You could progress to higher education, apprenticeship or employment starting in an entry level role in the healthcare science sector or a job as a pharmacy technician, nurse or clinical healthcare scientist.