MBChB (Hons) Medicine and Surgery

Dive into the world of Medicine and Surgery and be empowered to make a significant impact on people's lives. Guided by experts in the field, gain a hands-on experience in one of Europe's top clinical education settings. Master the practical, theoretical, and communication skills essential to becoming a safe, compassionate, and ethical doctor. Stand out for your professionalism and excel in making a meaningful impact on others' lives. We're proud to shape the doctors of the future, embracing constant change and innovation to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving NHS. Professional accreditation: Our graduates are entitled to provisional registration with the General Medical Council, with a licence to practise, subject to demonstrating to the GMC that their fitness to practise is not impaired.
Course delivery
Taught by world-leading academics, you’ll benefit from a supportive learning environment to build your confidence, ready for your professional life upon graduation.
Personal academic tutors – You will be assigned your own personal academic tutor who will get to know you as you progress through your studies. They will provide academic support and advice to enable you to make the most of your time here at Birmingham.
Student Services Centre - Located within the Medical School, our Wellbeing Officers are here to support you every step of the way. Whether you need advice and guidance, referrals to internal and external services, or help with extenuating circumstances, drop into our student services centre for comprehensive support.
Our Student Experience Team will help you get the most out of your academic experience. They offer research opportunities, study skills support, and help you prepare for your post-university career.

A Level A*AA with predicted AAA including Chemistry and a second science from Biology/Physics/Maths.

IB 7,6,6 at Higher Level including Chemistry and a second science from Biology/Physics/Maths. Minimum of 32 points.

Number of A levels required: 3

Required subjects and grades

A levels must include Chemistry and a second science from Biology/Physics/Maths. You must be predicted a minimum of AAA. We do not have a preference of a third A Level however, General Studies, Critical Thinking and EPQ are not accepted as a third A level. Practical elements in the sciences must normally be passed.

GCSE

Required subjects include English Language at grade 6/B or higher, Mathematics (or one, but not both, of Methods in Mathematics and Applications of Mathematics) at grade 6/B or higher, Biology and Chemistry or dual award science at grade 6/B or higher.

International Baccalaureate

• Higher level: 7,6,6 to include Chemistry plus a second science from Biology/Physics/Maths and one other approved subject.
• Standard level: The subjects must include English, Biology and Mathematics (either programme) if not offered at the higher level.
• Minimum of 32 points must be attained.

Minimum age requirement

As this programme has a mandatory clinical placement, every applicant for admission to the University must have reached the age of 18 years on 1 October of the year of entry.