International Foundation Year (Medicine)

This pathway is for international students who want to study an undergraduate degree in Medicine at Aston University, The University of Bristol or UCLan. This qualification is accepted¹ as an entry qualification to the first year of a range of degree programmes. See Progression Options below for full details.

• Location
  London
  United Kingdom
• Progression
  Aston University, The University Of Bristol Or Uclan
• Start Dates
  Sep
  3 Terms
  Next start date: Sep 2024
• Course Fees
  From £23,995
• Visa Considerations
  UKVI English Test Required
• Course Provider
  INTO London

• Why Choose This Course?
  
  • An opportunity to progress to a 5 year degree in medicine on successful completion of this course. Note: progression is subject to academic performance (minimum AAA), UCAT test scores, personal statement, competitive interview and relevant work experience. Progression is not guaranteed.
  • Guaranteed medical school interview at Aston University, University of Bristol and University of Central Lancashire.
  • Online course to help students prepare for their UCAT test.
  • Gain practical experience in the London Met Superlab, one of the largest in Europe.
  • Receive expert advice and guidance on your choice of university from your Student Placement Officer at INTO London.
  • Keep your options open for as long as possible. NCUK Pathway Courses offer progression to hundreds of degrees at more than 30 universities in the UK, including many in the top 30.

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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 Aston University, The University of Bristol or UCLan, 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, equivalent to IGCSE with 6-8 A grades in relevant subjects, including Chemistry, Maths and Biology. The following are also accepted: US Diploma (GPA 3.4, 3.4 Maths, Biology & Chemistry); International Baccalaureate (26 points, 5+ HL Chemistry plus HL Biology OR HL Maths); AS Level (AAA-AAB, Maths, Chemistry, Biology preferred, but IGCSE A accepted otherwise). A Levels not accepted for this course.
UCAT/BMAT	Students can apply for this course and receive an offer without taking an UCAT test. However, as you will need to apply for admission to Medical School by 15 October, students are required to take a UCAT test before starting this course.
English	English level equivalent to IELTS 6.0 (6.0 Writing, 5.5 in all other skills).
Minimum Age	Students must be 18 at the start of their medicine degree.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date	End Date	Progression
Sep 2024	Jun 2025	Sep 2025

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.