EDGE HILL UNIVERSITY · UNITED KINGDOM
Medicine MBChB
Bachelor's · Taught in en · UCAS A100
At a glance
60 mo
Duration
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Tuition / yr
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Language
Bachelor's
Level
- 5 yearsCourse length
- September 2027Start date
- Edge Hill UniversityLocation
- GMC approvedQualification
- Early clinical placementsPractical Experience
- Focus on patient safety and professionalismCore Values
The MBChB Medicine program is a five-year full-time course designed to equip you with the essential skills, knowledge, and practical experience required to become a competent doctor. You will gain eligibility to apply for provisional registration with the General Medical Council upon successful completion. The program emphasizes patient safety, compassion, reflection, and professionalism. It integrates academic learning with extensive clinical placements in community, mental healthcare, and hospital settings, covering medicine, surgery, and various specialties. Through a blend of case-based learning, team-based learning, and simulation training, you will develop strong medical leadership, communication, and resilience skills, preparing you for immediate practice and future contributions to healthcare.
Curriculum
The MBChB Medicine program is structured over five years, with each year focusing on distinct themes. Patient safety and professionalism are central throughout the course. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of medical sciences, human body structure and function, the social and psychological aspects of health, and interdisciplinary healthcare delivery. The curriculum also covers legal and ethical principles, diagnostic and decision-making skills, communication, reflection, and professional attitudes required for medical practice.
- Year 1
- The Person and the Community
- Year 2
- Understanding Where and How People Receive Health Care
- Year 3
- Integrative Care Within Multi Disciplinary Teams
Entry requirements
A LevelAAA
The 'MBChB Medicine with Foundation Year' is also available as a 6-year program for those who may need an initial preparatory year.
Fees
Tuition (international)Please refer to the university for current international tuition fees.
Tuition (home)Please refer to the university for current home/domestic tuition fees.
LivingPlease refer to the university for estimated living costs.
How to apply
1. Check Application StatusThe Medicine MBChB (A100) is currently closed to applications.
2. Prepare for ApplicationEnsure you meet the academic and any other specific entry requirements before the application window opens.
3. Apply via UCASSubmit your application through the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS) when applications reopen for future intakes.
Accreditation
The University is approved by the General Medical Council (GMC) to award full UK medical degrees.