Medicine
University of Nottingham
UCAS Code: A100 | Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - BMBS
Entry requirements
A level
(Or AAB contextual offer for applicants who meet the contextual criteria). These must include biology (or human biology) and chemistry. We do not use predicted A level grades and do not score A levels, AS levels, or equivalent as part of our selection process. However, any offers made will be conditional on meeting the A level requirements. A pass is normally required in science practical tests, where these are assessed separately. However, due to the pandemic and the uncertainty of practical tests taking place, this will not required for 2022 applicants. We will not accept citizenship studies, critical thinking, general studies, or global perspectives as your third A. You must study three A levels for two years and meet the entry requirements, however you can take an extra A level a year earlier or later if needed to meet the entry requirements or recommended by your school or college. Please note we do not usually accept A levels which have taken three years to complete. We will consider resits for no more than two A levels as long as: you have completed your A levels in the last 12 months you have already obtained at least ABB with at least one A in biology/human biology or chemistry you must achieve AAA after taking your resits At least 6 GCSE's (or equivalent) are required at grade 7 (A). For more details, see GCSE information.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
including grade biology and chemistry. A combination of A-levels and Pre-U certificates are also acceptable. GCSE qualifications, or equivalent, are required.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
If you are applying with A levels or the IB, you must meet the following GCSE requirements unless otherwise stated. We require a minimum of 6 GCSEs at Level 7 (A). These 6 GCSEs at Level 7 must include chemistry and biology – or double science if you have not taken the individual science subjects – and may include maths and English language. If maths and English language are not included in your 6 GCSEs at Level 7, you will need a minimum grade of Level 6 in both subjects. When selecting for interview, GCSE grades are scored and allocated points. We score a maximum of 8 GCSEs including the required subject grades. If you are applying with a degree, you must have achieved at least a level 4 (C) in maths and English language. We do not accept GCSE resits. Where applicants chose to sit their GCSEs examinations for the first time in the Autumn 2020 examination series, we will not consider this as a re-sit. We do not accept applied science, short course GCSEs or functional skills for English and maths. GCSEs taken over multiple years may be accepted for home schooled students as long as they meet the entry requirements.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36 (6, 6, 6 at Higher Level including biology and chemistry, excluding core component) with the GCSE requirements (or equivalent) Contextual offer: 35 (6,6,5 at Higher Level including 6 in either biology or chemistry, excluding core component) with the GCSE requirements (or equivalent) We will accept either of the maths qualifications for the IB at standard level (SL) or higher level (HL). We do not score the IB and we do not require predicted IB grades as part of our selection process. However, you will still need to achieve the IB grades required to meet your offer. We will consider resits of a maximum of 2 subjects as long as: You have completed your IB in the last 12 months You have achieved 34 total points overall You have obtained 6,5,5 at Higher Level with a 6 in chemistry or biology – the other one being at level 5. Students must be predicted and achieve 666 (including biology and chemistry)
Scottish Advanced Higher
in biology and chemistry. This qualification is acceptable when combined with Scottish Higher grades AAAAB including English language, maths and the sciences.
Scottish Higher
Scottish Highers are accepted. The subjects must include English language, maths and the sciences. This qualification is acceptable when combined with Advanced Higher grades AA in biology and chemistry.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
This qualification is acceptable when combined with A level grades AA in biology and chemistry. GCSE qualifications, or equivalent, are required.
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About this course
Start your journey to become a doctor, learning from world-leading researchers and clinicians to achieve your goals.
You'll be taught by experienced teachers in a medical school with 50 years' experience training doctors and an excellent reputation for teaching and research.
At Nottingham you'll get the clinical skills you need for a successful career in medicine and still have time to enjoy your university experience.
**Two degrees in one**
You'll undertake a supervised research project in your third year, leading to the award of an integrated Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMedSci). You'll then continue into your final years putting your learning into practice on placements at hospitals and GP surgeries to earn your BMBS.
**Full-body dissection**
We're one of the few medical schools in the UK who help you learn anatomy using full-body dissection.
**Case-based learning**
You'll learn using case-based learning, making use of real patient scenarios and focusing on key clinical points.
**Great community**
Medical students at Nottingham join a lively student community. The student-led medicine society puts on regular events throughout the year and provides support in the form of peer mentoring and more.
**Broad range of expertise**
You'll be able to explore a range of research areas as part of your studies, working alongside leaders in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), cancer research, mental health technology and more.
Modules
Year one
You'll begin by developing an understanding of the scientific and professional basics of medicine. You will then study themes based on overarching clinical problems such as respiratory and cardiovascular medicine, the musculoskeletal system and cancer.
There is also the opportunity to reinforce your learning through hospital and general practice visits.
In the spring semester, students usually have the chance to study an optional module, looking into specific topics in a bit more depth.
Year two
Your second year continues your theme-based teaching, looking into a variety of other clinical problems. In each semester you'll usually be able to take an optional module to suit your personal interests.
Year three
Your third year begins with a supervised research project in an area of your choice and an accompanying Research Methods module to help with the project. You're also able to take two optional advanced medical science modules. This will lead to being awarded the BMedSci.
Following your project, you'll move into the final years and begin the Clinical Phase.
Final years
Your final two years form the majority of the Clinical Phase. This is a rotation of a series of six-week placements in major teaching hospitals and primary care. The experience you gain in these years will provide you with the professional knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to succeed.
In both years you'll have the option of student-selected modules, which can be carried out at home or abroad. These end with a six-week placement of your choice and a medical assistantship to prepare you for your foundation year training.
For the most up-to-date module information and full details, please visit the course page on our website.
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Medical degrees are some of the most difficult courses to enter, but very nearly all graduates go on to good, well-paid and secure careers in health. If you're taking a shorter pre-clinical course, you'll need to continue on to further medical training to complete an accredited qualification, which explains why a high proportion of those grads are 'in further study' six months later. And at the moment, the UK is short of doctors and we have upped the number of places available, so demand remains high.
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