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.