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International Foundation Year (Medicine)

This pathway is for international students who want to study an undergraduate degree in Medicine at The University Of Sussex. This qualification is accepted1 as an entry qualification to the first year of the following programme: BMBS Medicine.

  • Location
    Brighton
    United Kingdom
  • Progression
    The University Of Sussex
  • Rankings & Awards
    United Kingdom: 65th
    Satisfaction: 79.1%
    World: 250th
  • Start Dates
    Sep
    2 Semesters
    Next start date: 16 Sep 2024
  • Course Fees
    From £19,750
  • Visa Considerations
    UKVI English Test Required
  • Course Provider
    University of Sussex International Study Centre
  • Why Choose This Course?
    • An opportunity to progress to a degree in Medicine at Brighton & Sussex Medical School (BSMS) after only one year.
    • Study at a research-led university of national and international excellence.
    • One of the best campus locations in the UK - located in a rural setting, a few minutes from the seaside town of Brighton and less than an hour from London.
    • All teaching facilities, shops, restaurants, sports centres and residences are located on campus, so everything you need is on your doorstep.
    • The university boasts a great social scene with over 140 societies and 25 sports clubs.

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About This Course

Most medical schools in the UK require successful completion of A Levels or the International Baccalaureate (IB), with top grades in Biology, Chemistry and either Maths or Physics. Overseas students also have to demonstrate an English proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 (7.0 in each skill).

The International Foundation Year (Medicine) provides an alternative route to medicine for international students who have not studied A Levels or IB. It is accepted for entry to a medical degree at The University Of Sussex, subject to grades and other conditions. Please note this international programme does not accept UK students.

Important: Progression to a medical degree is not guaranteed. Successful progression is subject to a competitive entrance interview and you may have to pass an admissions test (e.g. UKCAT or BMAT). It is also very important to demonstrate your interest and commitment through work experience and voluntary work in the health sector. Students who are unable to progress to medicine may be offered an alternative, for example Biomedical Science.

Entry Requirements

Academic Completion of high school with excellent grades, equivalent to 5 IGCSE subjects at grade A/7+ and at 2 other subjects at grade B/6+. Must include Biology (A/7+), Chemistry (A/7+), Physics and Maths. Alternatively, AS Level (BBBB) in Chemistry and 2 of Biology, Physics or Maths. Or A Level (BBB) including Chemistry plus one of Biology, Physics or Maths.
UCAT/BMAT Students who are accepted onto the programme must take a UCAT test before the foundation year starts. You will need a minimum score of 2000 to be competitive.
English UKVI IELTS 6.0 (6.0 Writing, 5.5 other skills) or equivalent UKVI English test.
Minimum Age Applicants must turn 18 by the 31st July of the year they are due to complete their ISC course and progress.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date End Date Progression
Sep 2024 May 2025 Sep 2025

Progression Options

On successful completion of this course, you may be able to progress1 to one of the following undergraduate programmes at The University Of Sussex.

  • BMBS Medicine

 
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1 Applications are considered on a case by case basis. Progression depends on the grades you achieve and the entry requirements for your chosen degree.

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