MBBS in U.K

Looking to do MBBS from the U.K Check out TOP Universities, Fees Structure, Admission Process, and Eligibility ....

Ankita Mangla
Ankita Mangla

Dec 02, 2019 01:30:29

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Brief Description:- MBBS in UK 2020

 

Intake/admission

Admission Starts from June

Classes start in the month of September

Due to Covid19 Admission will start in November or December 2020

Duration

6 Years

Eligibility

IELTS and Above 80% in 12th for Top Universities

Exam

NEET Qualifying Score is required for Indian students.

UKCAT/BMAT/GAMSAT and IELTS

Average Tuition Fees

Rs. 7,50,000 to Rs. 35,00,000/Year ( 10,714 to $ 50,000Per Year)

Average Accommodation Fees

Rs. 10,80,000/Year ($ 15,428 Per Year)

Medium of Instruction

English

Top 3 Medical University

  • University of Oxford

  • University of Cambridge

  • University College London (UCL)

Recognition

MCI, WHO,

Currency

Pound sterling

Scholarship

  • NHS Student Bursaries
  • AMC Amsterdam Merit Scholarships
  • Carl Duisberg Scholarships

About UK

Capital City: London 

National Language:  English

Major Cities:  London, Birmingham, Manchester, Glasgow, Newcastle

Largest City: London

Time Zone:  British Summer Time

Time zone in the United Kingdom (GMT+1)

 

Introduction to MBBS in the UK

MBBS in UK is one of the most competitive courses in the country. You should have a high score in the higher secondary, good IB score of at least 39, and IELTS of 7.0 is essential to secure a seat at the undergraduate medical university in the United Kingdom. If you attain a degree from the reputed medical Colleges in the UK with extensive knowledge and practical training, then it ensures a successful career for you. 

The Top Universities to pursue MBBS in the UK:- World Ranking and Fees

Name of the University

Fees 2020

World Ranking 2020

University of Oxford

Between £25,740 and £36,065/Per Year

1

University of Cambridge

£19,197-£30,678 (~US$25,420- 40,620)/Per Year

3

Imperial College London

£43,000 per year

9

University College London (UCL)

 

 £9,000 per year Approx.

 

8

King’s College London

£9,250 per year

33

University of Edinburgh

For 2020/21 is £4,335/ Per year

20

University of Glasgow

£30,500/Per Year

99

University of Liverpool

£9,250/Per year

181

University of Manchester

£9,250/Per Year

27

Queen Mary University of London

£3,414/Per Year

110

University of Birmingham

£9,250/Per Year

112

University of Aberdeen

NA.

168

Newcastle University

£9,250/Per Year

146

University of St. Andrews

£31,950/Per Year

100

Keele University

£29,268/Per Year

501-600

University of Leeds

£30,024/Per Year

93

 

Duration of the MBBS course in the UK

MBBS in the UK is categories into two aspects. The first two years is called the ‘foundation program.’ The next two years is the ‘undergraduate program.’ After completion of the four-year program, the students can opt for medicine with specialization. 

After completion of the four years course, students can opt to continue medicine with specialization for two years. Once you have completed the specialty training, you can choose for further specialty education, which can last up to 7 years. Upon the completion of the specialty training, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion Training. 
 

The Eligibility criteria for getting admission to the MBBS program in the UK

The medical colleges in the UK are affiliated to the globally reputed universities. They have strong ties with healthcare centers and local hospitals. 

The Indian students can apply for a medical degree from a reputed medical university from the UK through the UCAS official website. 

To get admission to MBBS university or Medical College in the UK, the Indian students and International students should score a minimum of 7 scores in IELTS and 39 in the IB entrance tests. IELTS is a standard English Proficiency test to assess the proficiency of the students in the English Language. It is also essential to get good grades in higher secondary. 

The medical colleges in the UK offer a one-year course. The student who attain a minimum of 75/% on the completion of the course and perform well in the interview, they can pursue further medical degree course from the UK. The students who fail to get 75% in a one-year program cannot continue further medical education. However, with a minimum of 65%, you can join a three-year biomedical science degree, which is also internationally recognized.

Total Fees Structure: For MBBS in UK

Particulars

Fees in USD

Fees in INR

Tuition Fees (approx)

$25,200

INR 17,64,000

Living Cost (approx)

$15,500

INR 10,85,000

Total

$40,700

INR 28,49,000

 

Career Opportunity after studying MBBS in UK

  • Anesthetics

  • Medicine

  • General Practice

  • Psychiatry

  • Pathology

  • Surgery Radiology

MBBS in UK without UKCAT

In UK to take admission in the top medical universities, UKCAT is the mandatory eligibility entrance exam for admission to top medical schools. It is the admission test used by a consortium of UK universities for medical and dental degree programs.

But if you don’t want to appear for UKCAT, There are two universities in the UK offering admission to MBBS program without UKCAT.

  1. Brighton and Sussex Medical School

  2. University of Central Lancashire

NHS (National Health Service) in UK

Just like MCI and other medical regulatory bodies in India, NHS founded in 1948, National Health Service providers which have renowned hospitals known for offering quality service around the world. The National Health Service is the publicly funded healthcare system in UK, and one of the four National Health Service systems in the United Kingdom. It is the second-largest single-payer healthcare system in the world. Medical doctors will get extensive experience while practicing medicine in NHS hospitals. NHS hospitals provide the best postgraduate opportunities to medical students after MBBS from UK.

Medical students in the UK undergo rigorous training in the medical field followed by Foundation training, Specialty training,  and other run-through training. This is one of the major reasons why medical universities in the UK produce world-class medical practitioners. UK Provides the best possible global health infrastructure to the medical practitioners and medical students with the help of the National Health Service. U.K Medical universities are also recognized by WHO. 

Admission Process

The Indian students need to apply for the MBBS program through the UCAS website. The deadline to apply for the medical course is 15th October annually. These tests are mandatory to get admission to medical colleges in the UK. An interview follows the entrance written examination. 

Apart from the UCAs, the other admission tests which need to requires clearance are: 

  • BMAT – Seven medical schools in the UK accumulate this entrance exam. It is conducted during November annually, and the results are sent to the relevant medical schools. 
  • GAMSAT – This is a common medical exam conducted for different medical courses, including MBBS, this is just a part of the various entrance tests required to get admission to MBBS in the UK. 

Some medical colleges also require candidates should pass the UK clinical Aptitude Test (UKCAT) and the BioMedical Admission Test (BMAT).  

The medium of instruction for MBBS in the UK

The medium of instruction used in all medical colleges and universes in English. Hence, one should have the necessary proficiency level required to get admission in the UK. 

Essential documents you require for admission to the MBBS program in the UK

The records as are necessary for getting access to medical college or university in the UK are: 

  • Attested copies of mark sheets of class X and XII 

  • Academic reference letters from professors 

  • If you have work experience then letters of recommendation from the employer/manager 

  • Statement of Purpose

  • Up-to-date resume of the candidate 

  • Photocopied score reports of IELTS/UKCAT/BMAT

  • Proof of available funds required for living 

  • For international students ticket with visa, details are essential 

  • Admission letter from the medical college or university is also essential 

The fee structure of the MBBS program in UK

 

No.

University Name

Tuition fee

Duration

1

University of Aberdeen

39000£/Year

5 Years

2

University of Birmingham

1st & 2nd –  21,330£/Year

3rd to 5th –  36,840£/Year

5 Years

3

University of Bristol

31,800£/Year

5 Years

4

University of Manchester

22,000£/Year

5 Years

5

University of Dundee

32,000£/Year

5 Years

6

University of Glasgow

42,000£/Year

5 Years

7

University of London

1st & 2nd –  22,620£/Year

3rd to 5th –  33,650£/Year

5 Years

8

University college London

1st & 2nd –  22,620£/Year

3rd to 5th –  33,650£/Year

5 Years

 

MBBS Course Structure in UK

All the courses are mandatory to complete MBBS in the UK. The basic structure of the B.A exam are:

Year 1

  • Applied physiology and pharmacology

  • The nervous system

  • Principles of pathology

  • Psychology for medicine

  • Patient and doctor course

Year 2

This part also includes a research project and a submitted essay.

  • Neurobiology

  • Developmental biology

  • Cardiovascular biology and pharmacology

  • Molecular pathology

  • Metabolism and respiration

  • Infection

  • Immunity

Year 3

A Separate admissions process is required after passing the first two stages. 

The Core curriculum focus on preparation for Foundation Training, complemented by wide range of modules that allow development of knowledge/interest in specialist areas, and offer additional research and presentation opportunities.

Year 4

  • Patient and doctor course II (+GP residential attachment)

  • Laboratory medicine

  • Rotations in surgery and medicine

  • Hospital attachment

  • Special study module

Year 5

Six 8-week blocks in:

  • Paediatrics

  • Psychiatry

  • Obstetrics & gynaecology and genito-urinary medicine

  • Orthopaedics, A&E and musculo-skeletal medicine

  • Clinical geratology, dermatology, palliative care, public health, primary care

  • Neurology and neurosurgery, ENT, ophthalmology

Year 6

  • Senior rotations in medicine and surgery in Oxford and District General Hospitals

  • Options in clinical specialties

  • Special study modules, 10-week elective, student assistantship

Benefits to study MBBS in the UK

To study MBBS in the UK you can avail of various benefits. You get international experience and receive top medical education of the highest standard from here. Medical colleges in the UK provides students with hands-on-experience and utilizes the world’s leading technology.  

The medical students conferred a degree from medical colleges of the UK receive the finest professional experience and a highly acclaimed and recognized qualification.

The leading faculty experts lead the medical courses from FRCP, MRCP, and FRCS. The medical students from year 3 of the course are assigned practical experience. They work with patients in a clinical setting. Students also get the golden opportunity to work for various NGOs during their medical courses. There are various prestigious world-class seminars conducted during medical training. During these seminars, the medical students can interact with leading researchers which enhances their knowledge.

The UK medical system has a string lecture delivery system. The MBBS program focuses primarily on Practical training. The UK medical system has a classroom delivery process as directed by the NHS (National Health Service). This provides the practical knowledge required by any doctor.

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Timothyvet

Jul 13, 2021 02:29:35

Information useful in my opinion. I like the nice article and the website too. .

Pranaya Jerome

Feb 23, 2021 09:05:01

Verry nice.I also like the to study on London University.It is a beautiful experience and getting greater job opportunities .

Prakash

Dec 07, 2020 01:03:31

Is university of Bristol is approved by medical council of India for MBBS course?? .

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