Program Overview

Introduction to the Medicine MBBS Program

The Medicine MBBS program at Brunel University London provides an exciting range of career opportunities. As a Brunel MBBS student, you will be equipped with the educational, clinical, and professional skills needed as a new doctor. You will also be well-prepared for further specialist training in the UK or overseas.

Key Information

• Course code: A100
• Start date: September
• Placement available: Yes
• Mode of study: 5 years full-time
• Fees:
  • 2026/7:
    • UK: £9,535
    • International: £49,395

Entry Requirements

2026/7 Entry

• Age: Applicants must be aged 18 or above by Friday, 31 October 2026
• Work experience: Brunel Medical School takes reference from the Medical School Council's guidance on work experience
• Minimum academic requirements:
  • GCSEs or equivalent: Five GCSEs at grade 6/B or above, including two Science subjects, grade 4/C English Language or equivalent, and grade 5/B in Maths
  • A-levels: AAA including Chemistry or Biology, a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths), and any third subject (General Studies not accepted)
  • International Baccalaureate (IB): 36 points, including Higher Level 6 in Chemistry or Biology and Higher Level 6 in a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Maths)
  • International equivalencies: See EU and International entry requirements
• Graduate entry:
  • Bachelor's degree: 2.1 or equivalent in a subject relevant to Medicine
  • Master's degree: Awarded with Merit or equivalent in a subject relevant to Medicine

English Language Requirements

• IELTS: 7.0 overall (min 7.0 in all areas)
• Pearson: 64 overall (min 64 in all subscores)
• BrunELT: 68% overall (68 in all subscores)
• TOEFL: 98 overall (min 23 in all areas)

Course Content

The Medicine MBBS curriculum has been designed by leading academics and clinicians working in partnership to provide the latest insights into medical advances and clinical practice. The course is divided into three phases:

Phase 1 (Years 1 and 2)

• Acquisition of essential foundational knowledge
• Development of skills and professional attitudes
• Early introduction to patient contact

Phase 2 (Years 3 and 4)

• Intensive clinical experience in a range of high-quality hospitals and primary care clinics
• Teaching on the Brunel Medical School campus every 6 weeks

Phase 3 (Year 5)

• Preparation for the transition from student to junior doctor
• Further placements in medicine, surgery, primary care, and emergency medicine
• Final MBBS Exams, including the Medical Licensing Assessment (MLA)
• Assistantship placements to prepare for clinical practice as a Foundation Year 1 (FY1) doctor in the NHS
• Elective placement, which may be overseas

Careers and Your Future

Achieving an MBBS degree from Brunel Medical School will provide you with a primary medical qualification (PMQ). Holding a PMQ allows you to apply for provisional registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) and license to practice in approved Foundation Year 1 posts in the UK.

Teaching and Learning

Brunel Medical School has embraced a range of active, collaborative learning approaches, which are student-centered and team-based. These include:

• Team-Based Learning (TBL)
• Communication skills small group teaching
• Anatomy practical sessions
• Primary care placements
• Clinical skills training

Assessment and Feedback

Assessment will take place throughout the year and will be a mix of:

• Coursework submitted online
• Individual Single Best Answer (SBA) tests done on campus during the TBL sessions
• Invigilated in-person exams
• Objective Structured Clinical Exams (OSCE)
• Anatomy Spot Tests

Fees and Funding

2026/7 Entry

• International: £49,395 full-time
• UK: £9,535 full-time Graduates applying for the MBBS are unable to apply for a tuition fee loan from Student Finance England for the first four years of the program but can apply for a Maintenance Loan. From year five onwards, tuition fees will be paid by the NHS Student Bursary Scheme.