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Medicine (MBChB) / Biomedical Sciences (BSc Hons)

University of Edinburgh

Location Edinburgh, Scotland, UK
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University of Edinburgh
Study Level UNDERGRADUATE
Duration 4-6 Years
Next Intake September
Tuition Fees £ 37,000 – £52,000 per year
Entry Score IELTS 7.0 overall Minimum 6.5 in each band TOEFL iBT Around 100 overall PTE Academic Around 70+ Duolingo Around 125+

Course Overview

The Medical and Health Sciences programmes at the University of Edinburgh are designed to prepare students for careers in healthcare, biomedical research, and medical sciences.

The university has one of the oldest and most prestigious medical schools in the UK.

Medicine (MBChB)

The MBChB programme trains students to become medical doctors. It combines scientific knowledge with clinical training in hospitals and healthcare settings.

Students learn about:

  • Human anatomy and physiology

  • Clinical medicine

  • Pathology and disease mechanisms

  • Pharmacology

  • Medical ethics and patient care

Students gain clinical experience through placements at hospitals such as:

  • Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

Biomedical Sciences

The Biomedical Sciences programme focuses on understanding the biological processes behind human health and disease.

Students study topics such as:

  • Molecular biology

  • Genetics

  • Immunology

  • Pharmacology

  • Neuroscience

Students also participate in laboratory research and scientific projects.


Career Opportunities

Graduates from medical and health programmes can pursue careers in:

  • Medicine and healthcare

  • Biomedical research

  • Pharmaceutical industry

  • Public health

  • Clinical laboratories

Common career roles include:

  • Medical Doctor

  • Biomedical Scientist

  • Clinical Researcher

  • Pharmacologist

  • Public Health Specialist

Graduates often work with organisations such as:

  • National Health Service

  • Pfizer

  • GlaxoSmithKline

Some students also continue with postgraduate degrees (MSc, MD, or PhD).

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants should have strong academic performance in:

  • Biology

  • Chemistry

  • Mathematics (sometimes required)

Typical entry standard:

  • AAA (A Level equivalent)

For Bangladeshi students:

  • A Levels with Biology and Chemistry OR

  • International Foundation Programme after HSC

For Medicine, applicants must also take the UCAT admission test.


English Language Proficiency

IELTS

  • Overall 7.0

TOEFL

  • Around 100

PTE Academic

  • Around 70+

Duolingo

  • Around 125+


Additional Documents

Applicants normally submit:

  • Academic transcripts

  • English language test score

  • Personal statement

  • Academic reference

  • Passport copy

Applications are submitted through UCAS.

For Medicine, applicants may also need:

  • UCAT test score

  • Interview (MMI – Multiple Mini Interview)

Fees & Funding

Tuition Fees

  • Medicine: £37,000 – £52,000 per year

  • Biomedical Sciences: £32,000 – £35,000 per year


Estimated Living Cost (Edinburgh)

Average living expenses:

  • £12,000 – £18,000 per year

Includes:

  • Accommodation

  • Food

  • Transportation

  • Books and personal expenses


Scholarships / Funding

Possible funding options include:

  • Edinburgh Global Undergraduate Scholarships

  • School of Medicine scholarships

  • External scholarships

Scholarships are limited and competitive for international students.

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