Medicine Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - BMBCh
Course Overview - Medicine Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - BMBCh
Our Medicine MBChB course educates, trains and prepares students for practice in the healthcare systems of today and the future. We are the largest medical school in the UK, with over 2,500 undergraduate medical students.
We use a wide variety of teaching and learning methods to ensure you benefit from the best attributes of traditional and novel teaching methods.
The key Manchester approach is active learning through the study of themed case discussions combined with learning in clinical placements. This is supported throughout the course by lectures, practical cl...
Our Medicine MBChB course educates, trains and prepares students for practice in the healthcare systems of today and the future. We are the largest medical school in the UK, with over 2,500 undergraduate medical students.
We use a wide variety of teaching and learning methods to ensure you benefit from the best attributes of traditional and novel teaching methods.
The key Manchester approach is active learning through the study of themed case discussions combined with learning in clinical placements. This is supported throughout the course by lectures, practical classes (including anatomy dissection), team-based learning (TBL) and clinical experience.
Our course integrates science and clinical learning so you are able to apply scientific knowledge, decision-making and critical thinking, and concepts to your clinical practice.
Upon graduation, you will be able to apply knowledge, intellectual and practical skills to understand and manage the complex healthcare needs of individuals and society. You will also develop the resilience to meet the demands of changing healthcare environments.
Successful completion of the course will enable you to meet the core requirements for foundation doctors and entitles you to apply for provisional registration with the General Medical Council and apply for Foundation Year 1 posts. See the Careers tab for more details.
Possible changes to course content
Although the information on this course page is currently correct, we are always looking for opportunities to improve our course. This means that there may be changes to the structure of the course across any or all years, and/or to the relevant assessments and regulations. Offer holders will be notified of any changes before the course begins, but as medicine is an evolving subject area, the course may also change after you begin your studies. Because of this, we update the course handbooks for each year of study annually, and we notify students of the following year's content in advance.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
15 October
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A20-I69
Institution Code
M20
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
AAA, including in: Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry; and One of the following subjects from Chemistry; Biology/Human Biology; Physics; Psychology; Mathematics or Further Mathematics. As long as applicants meet our science subject requirements we have no preference for the third subject. A combination of three sciences is equally acceptable at A-level. However, our offer will not include combinations of very similar subjects, for example, Biology and Human Biology or Maths and Further Maths together. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive. Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t be included in your offer. We will only make offers consisting of three A Levels. Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements. Typical Contextual Offer: AAB including in: - Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry; and - One of the following subjects from Chemistry; Biology/Human Biology; Physics; Psychology; Mathematics or Further Mathematics. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive. Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t be included in your offer. We will only make offers consisting of three A Levels. Typical Contextual Offer: AAB including in: Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry; and One of the following subjects from Chemistry; Biology/Human Biology; Physics; Psychology; Mathematics or Further Mathematics. Practical skills are a crucial part of science education and therefore will be a requirement to pass the practical element of any science A Level taken. Where applicants are applying for science and related degrees, this is likely to be made explicit in the offer you will receive. Applicants taking A Levels are normally expected to offer three full A Levels. If you’re taking more than three A Levels, these won’t be included in your offer. We will only make offers consisting of three A Levels. Please check for specific GCSE/IGCSE subject entry requirements.
T Level
We do not accept T Levels as entry onto this course. The University does accept specific T Level qualifications on a number of courses please review to our T Level information page for a full list.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
We require 4 Highers at grades AAAA by the end of Secondary 5. Grades should be achieved in the same sitting at first attempt. English language and any science subject (Maths, Chemistry or Biology) not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (National 5, Intermediate II or Standard Grade Credit level grade 2 or above). Applicants also need Scottish Advanced Highers in addition to Scottish Highers. Scottish Advanced Highers We require at least two Advanced Highers at grades AA by the end of Secondary 6. Any of the following combinations are acceptable: three Advanced Highers at AAA, including Chemistry or Biology; a second science (from Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Psychology or Physics); plus one other rigorous academic subject; two Advanced Highers at grades AA, plus one A2-level subject at grade A (subjects as above); two Advanced Highers at grades AA, plus one new Higher at grade A (subjects to include Chemistry or Biology at Advanced Higher, plus one other science at Advanced Higher, and a further subject at Higher level). You will also need Scottish Highers in addition to Scottish Advanced Highers.
AS
We have no specific requirements at AS-level. However, we would normally expect students to demonstrate a commitment towards achieving a broad and balanced education. Most applicants will therefore be studying beyond the 'bare minimum' in order to make the most competitive application possible. You may wish to evidence this on your application in a number of ways, for example: - studying four A-level subjects; - studying for an additional AS level or BTEC qualification in addition to your three main subjects; - taking General Studies, Key Skills or the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) in addition to your three main subjects. We are aware that you may not be able to take the above qualifications at school or college and therefore we allow applicants to provide evidence of participating in other activities aimed at increasing social responsibility, for example, National Citizen Service (NCS) or the Duke of Edinburgh award in lieu of a formal qualification. A list of other suggested activities is provided on our FAQ page. If in doubt, please contact us. Please note that if your school is unable to offer any of the above, they should state this in the UCAS reference and you will not be disadvantaged as a result. Applicants with a WP/WP Plus flag are exempt.
Access to HE Diploma
We welcome applications from those taking Access qualifications if you have not previously studied at University. We do not accept Access courses to top-up A-level grades that do not meet the normal entry requirements at the first attempt. We also expect applicants to have had at least 3 years out of education prior to starting the Access course. If you have spent 3 or more years out of education but have previously studied A-levels or other post-16 qualifications you must contact us before applying in order to determine the suitability of an application. Your Access course must be science-based and you must have 60 credits overall with 45 credits at Level 3. We require a minimum of 15 graded credits each in Biology and Chemistry. We require Distinctions in all Level 3 credits. Applicants are also required to meet the English language requirements listed above and must offer GCSE Mathematics at grade B (6). We require students to have taken the practical element of the access programme when this is offered.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We require at least seven GCSEs at grade A (7) or A* (8+). Applicants must demonstrate a broad general education, including GCSE/IGCSE English Language, Mathematics and at least two science subjects, at a minimum of grade 6 (B). GCSE/IGCSE English Literature will not be accepted in lieu of GCSE/IGCSE English Language. If Dual Award Science or Core and Additional Science are offered, the minimum required is BB (66). For applicants whose status has been confirmed as WP+ or WP++ using the University's ContextualData Eligibility tool,we willaccept 6 GCSEs at grade 7 (A) or above. We permit GCSE resits. If you are resitting any GCSEs at point of application, we require you to list it as a pending qualification on your UCAS form. We do not currently accept short courses; however, one Level 2 BTEC qualification is acceptable (at distinction grade or above) in lieu of one GCSE. Please note that if you hold English as a second language IGCSE qualification, we may also require you to offer one of our acceptable equivalent English Language qualifications or achieve a higher grade in your IGCSE than the one stated above. Please contact the admissions team in your academic School/Department for clarification.
Scottish Advanced Higher
We require 4 Highers at grades AAAA by the end of Secondary 5. Grades should be achieved in the same sitting at first attempt. English language and any science subject (Maths, Chemistry or Biology) not taken at Higher/Advanced Higher must have been achieved at SCQF level 5 (National 5, Intermediate II or Standard Grade Credit level grade 2 or above). Applicants also need Scottish Advanced Highers in addition to Scottish Highers. Scottish Advanced Highers We require at least two Advanced Highers at grades AA by the end of Secondary 6. Any of the following combinations are acceptable: three Advanced Highers at AAA, including Chemistry or Biology; a second science (from Chemistry, Mathematics, Biology, Psychology or Physics); plus one other rigorous academic subject; two Advanced Highers at grades AA, plus one A2-level subject at grade A (subjects as above); two Advanced Highers at grades AA, plus one new Higher at grade A (subjects to include Chemistry or Biology at Advanced Higher, plus one other science at Advanced Higher, and a further subject at Higher level). You will also need Scottish Highers in addition to Scottish Advanced Highers.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
Extended Project
The University recognises the benefits of the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) and the opportunities it provides for applicants to develop independent study and research skills. Although the Extended Project will not usually be included in the conditions of your offer, it is likely to be included if studying the EPQ was taken into account for selection to interview via our holistic assessment.
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36 points overall. 6,6,6, in Higher Level subjects. If Maths and English Language are not offered as part of the Diploma, they should be offered at GCSE or IGCSE at grade B (6) or above. We accept both Maths options as part of the Diploma. Major subjects must include Chemistry or Biology, plus another science (one from Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Psychology or Mathematics) and one further subject at Higher Level. Applicants studying the International Baccalaureate Career Related Programme (IBCP) should contact the admissions team prior to applying so that their academic profile can be considered.
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
Not accepted
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
We welcome and recognise the value of the Baccalaureate Wales and accept the Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales (replacing the Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate from September 2023). We usually require two A-levels or equivalent to be included alongside this qualification/ The minimum grade required will normally be the same as the lowest grade listed in the A Level entry requirements.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
Not accepted
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma
Not accepted
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
Not accepted
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