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Gateway To Medicine Foundation Year

Leading To MBBS Medicine

An opportunity to progress to an MBBS in Medicine at Brunel University Medical School after just one year.

  • Location
    London
    United Kingdom
  • Progression
    Brunel University
  • Rankings & Awards
    United Kingdom: 117th
    Satisfaction: 81.6%
    World: 385th
  • Start Dates
    Jan, Sep
    2 Semesters
    Next start date: 21 Sep 2026
  • Course Fees
    From £24,000
  • Visa Considerations
    Integrated Visa
    Non-UKVI English Tests Accepted
  • Course Provider
    Brunel University Pathway College
  • Why Choose This Course?
    • An opportunity to progress to an MBBS at Brunel University Medical School on successful completion of this course, subject to grades and progression interview.
    • No UCAT test required for progression.
    • A wide range of alternative medical degrees also available for students who are unable to progress to Medicine MBBS or change their mind during the foundation year.
    • A single Visa for the duration of your studies, including foundation year and MBBS.
    • Perfect for students who want to study at Brunel University, but do not have the academic or English qualifications for direct entry.
    • A wide range of English qualifications accepted for entry, not just UKVI IELTS!

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About This Course

The Gateway To Medicine Foundation Year provides international students with a route to an MBBS in Medicine at Brunel Medical School. There are six core modules: Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Professional Skills (Healthcare), Research Methods and Interactive Learning Skills.

Progression to Medicine MBBS is subject to meeting the following progression criteria: a minimum B grade in all modules, progression interview (pass), English level equivalent to IELTS 7.0, minimum 18 years old on progression to Medicine MBBS. UCAT is not required for progression. Students who are unable to progress to Medicine MBBS will be offered an alternative progression option instead.

General Admission Requirements

Check country specific admission requirements for this course.

Academic A Level Chemistry (B) plus two of Biology, Physics or Maths (C), PLUS IGCSE (5/B in Maths and 2 science subjects, plus C/4 in 2 other subjects). Alternatively, an equivalent qualification from your own country.
English IELTS 6.0 (5.5 all skills) or equivalent. A wide range of alternative English qualifications is accepted.
Personal Statement Personal statement indicating why you want to study medicine at Brunel and highlighting your academic abilities, suitability to become a medical professional plus any work experience in a healthcare environment.
Interview Admission interview (Motivation, academic background, interest and understanding of medicine).
Minimum Age You must be at least 18 years old when you progress to your degree.

Start Dates And Progression

Start Date End Date Progression
Sep 2026 Jun 2027 Sep 2027
Jan 2027 Aug 2027 Sep 2027

Progression Options

Students studying this course are eligible to apply for admission to the following undergraduate programmes at Brunel University.

  • MBBS Medicine

 
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