UNIVERSITY OF LIVERPOOL · UNITED KINGDOM
Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry) MBChB
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS A101
At a glance
48 mo
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Bachelor's
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This four-year graduate-entry MBChB program at the University of Liverpool is designed for students who already hold a degree and wish to pursue a career in medicine. The curriculum adopts a spiral design, introducing core concepts early and revisiting them with increasing depth as your clinical experience grows. Learning is integrated around key themes and systems, combining basic sciences with clinical knowledge and professional practice to develop your clinical reasoning and decision-making skills. The first year is bespoke for the graduate entry cohort, with teaching on campus and initial NHS placements. From the second year onwards, you will undertake extensive clinical placements in various NHS Trusts, GP practices, hospices, and community settings across the North West of England, preparing you for diverse healthcare environments.
Curriculum
The MBChB curriculum is structured around a spiral design, where key concepts are introduced early and revisited regularly with increasing depth and complexity as clinical experience grows. Learning is organized around integrated themes and systems, combining basic sciences, clinical knowledge, and professional practice. This approach fosters the progressive development of clinical reasoning, judgment, and decision-making, while encouraging tolerance for uncertainty and reflective practice. The program is non-modular, with all components being mandatory.
- Year 1
- Accelerated Medicine Programme
- Clinical Skills and Anatomy
- Leadership Activities (occasional)
- Year 2 onwards
- Clinical Placements (NHS Trusts, GP practices, hospices, community services)
Careers
Graduates are prepared to deliver safe, compassionate, and outstanding patient-centred care across a range of healthcare settings. The program equips students with the scientific knowledge, clinical skills, and professional values essential for a confident medical career.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the duration of the Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry) MBChB programme?
- This is a four-year graduate-entry programme designed for students who already hold a degree and wish to pursue a career in medicine.
- What are the tuition fees for international students?
- Tuition fees are reviewed annually. Specific international tuition fees for this program are not provided on the source pages, but fees are inclusive of all teaching materials and there are no hidden costs.
- What are the academic entry requirements for this graduate-entry programme?
- Applicants usually need a strong undergraduate degree in a science-related subject. Specific details on UK academic requirements for graduate entry medicine should be sought directly from the university.
- How do I apply for the Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry) MBChB programme?
- Applications are managed through an online application system. You will need to check programme-specific requirements, prepare supporting documents like academic transcripts and a statement of purpose, and submit your application via the University of Liverpool application portal.
- When is the application deadline for international students for UK campus entry?
- The application deadline for international students for August 2026 and August 2027 entry is 15 October.
- What is the language of instruction for this programme?
- The programme is taught in English. While general English proficiency is demonstrated through previous qualifications, specific tests like IELTS may be required for international applicants, though minimum scores are not detailed on this page.
Entry requirements
Undergraduate DegreeHold a recognised Bachelor's degree (specific details for medical entry not fully detailed, but generally a strong undergraduate record is expected for graduate entry medical programs).
General English ProficiencyDemonstrated through previous qualifications. Specific tests like IELTS may be required in some cases for international applicants, but minimum scores are not detailed on this page.
The University of Liverpool's Bengaluru campus has specific entry requirements for its programmes, including an overall average of 75% in Class XII (or equivalent) for undergraduate study and a minimum of 55% in a Bachelor's degree for postgraduate study. For the graduate-entry Medicine program at the UK campus, applicants usually need a strong undergraduate degree in a science-related subject. Specific details on UK academic requirements for graduate entry medicine should be sought directly from the university. The application process considers academic performance, statement of purpose, and potentially an interview.
Fees
Tuition (international)Tuition fees are reviewed annually. Specific international tuition fees for this program are not provided on the source pages.
Tuition (home)Tuition fees are reviewed annually. Specific home tuition fees for this program are not provided on the source pages.
LivingEstimated living costs are not provided on the source pages.
Tuition fees are inclusive of all teaching materials and there are no hidden costs. Various payment options are available. Discounts and scholarships may be offered. For international students, Goods and Services Tax may apply to online education services.
How to apply
1. Choose Your ProgrammeExplore the available programmes to find the best fit for your career goals. For this program, it is the Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry) MBChB.
2. Check Requirements and Prepare DocumentsReview the eligibility criteria, including academic and English language requirements, for your chosen programme. Gather all necessary supporting documents.
3. Complete Online ApplicationAccess the University of Liverpool application portal, fill in your personal and academic details carefully, and upload the required documents.
4. Submit and Stay ConnectedSubmit your application. The Admissions Team will review it and contact you with the next steps.
Frequently asked questions
What is the duration of the Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry) MBChB programme?
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This is a four-year graduate-entry programme designed for students who already hold a degree and wish to pursue a career in medicine.
What are the tuition fees for international students?
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Tuition fees are reviewed annually. Specific international tuition fees for this program are not provided on the source pages, but fees are inclusive of all teaching materials and there are no hidden costs.
What are the academic entry requirements for this graduate-entry programme?
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Applicants usually need a strong undergraduate degree in a science-related subject. Specific details on UK academic requirements for graduate entry medicine should be sought directly from the university.
How do I apply for the Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry) MBChB programme?
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Applications are managed through an online application system. You will need to check programme-specific requirements, prepare supporting documents like academic transcripts and a statement of purpose, and submit your application via the University of Liverpool application portal.
When is the application deadline for international students for UK campus entry?
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The application deadline for international students for August 2026 and August 2027 entry is 15 October.
What is the language of instruction for this programme?
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The programme is taught in English. While general English proficiency is demonstrated through previous qualifications, specific tests like IELTS may be required for international applicants, though minimum scores are not detailed on this page.