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Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - BMBS
Medicine with a Foundation Year
University of Nottingham
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Medicine with a Foundation Year course at University of Nottingham.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,C
These must include a B in both 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. We will not accept citizenship studies, critical thinking, general studies, or global perspectives. You must study three A levels together over a two year period 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 unless there have been any significant extenuating circumstances surrounding this. We do not accept A Level resits for this course.
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Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at University of Nottingham. These students are taking Medicine with a Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | A |
| Biology | A |
| Mathematics | A |
| Psychology | A* |
| Geography | A |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: A108
Here's what University of Nottingham says about its Medicine with a Foundation Year course.
Want to study medicine at a trusted university with a 50-year history of training exceptional doctors, but don’t meet the traditional entry requirements and come from a disadvantaged or underrepresented group? Our Medicine with a Foundation Year course is designed for ambitious and aspirational students whose circumstances might make it harder for them to realise their full potential. You will also need to meet our contextual offer criteria. The course enables students to show their potential to study at a world-class institution and bridge the gap between leaving school or college and starting university. Successful completion of the Foundation Year will enable you to progress onto the first year of the five-year Medicine BMBS course.
From the moment you join the School of Medicine at Nottingham you’ll become part of our vibrant community and be guided in our safe and structured environment, perfectly preparing you for your future career in medicine. You’ll spend your first year as a medical student at Nottingham campuses, preparing for the five-year course by studying all the important elements of biology and chemistry required for your studies throughout the rest of your course. You’ll also cover fundamental subjects including anatomy, microanatomy and microbiology. As well as building your knowledge and confidence in medical sciences, you’ll also develop the intellectual, professional and practical skills you’ll need to succeed on the five-year medicine course. You’ll learn in purpose-built facilities and in a clinical setting where appropriate, being part of a small year group and building relationships with other students.
Upon successful completion of your end of year exams, you’ll transition onto the newly redesigned five-year medicine course that will continue to provide you with the ultimate preparation for your career as a doctor. Thanks to our comprehensive foundation year, you’ll be confident in your skills and feel ready to join the five-year course.
Please note, you cannot apply for both this course and the five-year Medicine BMBS (A100).
Our Nottingham based campuses include: University Park Jubilee campus Medical School Building University Hospital sites - including City and QMC
Source: University of Nottingham
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - BMBS
Department
School of Medicine
Location
University Park Campus | Nottingham
Duration
6 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Clinical medicine
• Pre-clinical medicine
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
15 October 2025
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £47,000 per year (provisional) |
| International | £47,000 per year (provisional) |
The modules you will study
For detailed information about the modules you will study, please visit the course page: https://www.nottingham.ac.uk/studywithus/ugstudy/courses/UG/Medicine-with-a-Foundation-Year-Bachelor-of-Medical-Scs-w-Hons-U6UMEDCF2.html
University of Nottingham student reviews
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National Student Survey (NSS) scores at University of Nottingham
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from University of Nottingham students who took the Medicine with a Foundation Year course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
86%
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Teaching on my course
86%
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How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
82%
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How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
92%
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How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
79%
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How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
93%
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Learning opportunities
76%
low
Learning opportunities
76%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
85%
low
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
80%
low
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
86%
low
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
75%
low
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
56%
low
Assessment and feedback
70%
med
Assessment and feedback
70%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
80%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
88%
med
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
51%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
65%
low
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
66%
med
Academic support
86%
med
Academic support
86%
med
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
85%
med
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
87%
med
Organisation and management
33%
low
Organisation and management
33%
low
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
32%
low
How well organised is your course?
33%
low
Learning resources
76%
low
Learning resources
76%
low
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
60%
low
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
88%
med
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
84%
med
Student voice
62%
low
Student voice
62%
low
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
43%
low
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
85%
med
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
59%
low
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
63%
low
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
79%
med
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
81%
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Healthcare and clinical practice placements
Healthcare and clinical practice placements
My contribution during placement(s) as part of the clinical team was valued.
39%
low
I was given opportunities to meet my required practice learning outcomes / competences.
85%
med
I was allocated placement(s) suitable for my course.
89%
med
I received sufficient preparatory information prior to my placement(s).
57%
low
I received appropriate supervision on placement(s).
75%
med
My practice supervisor(s) understood how my placement(s) related to the broader requirements of my course.
62%
med
Student information
See who's studying at University of Nottingham. These students are taking Medicine with a Foundation Year or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
We have no information about graduates who took Medicine with a Foundation Year at University of Nottingham.
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from University of Nottingham graduates who took Medicine with a Foundation Year - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£39.8k
First year after graduation
£47.8k
Third year after graduation
£52.9k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Medicine with a Foundation Year.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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