Extended Medical Degree Progra - King's College

The Extended Medical Degree Programme MBBS (EMDP) is a six-year undergraduate degree program designed for students from non-selective state schools. The program aims to broaden participation in medicine by leveling the educational playing field and preparing outstanding doctors capable of working as members of teams to provide safe and effective patient-centered care.

Course Aims

To broaden participation in medicine by leveling the educational playing field.
To prepare outstanding doctors capable of working as members of teams to provide safe and effective patient-centered care.
To educate clinical scientists committed to life-long learning and education.
To nurture resilient professionals capable of adapting to changing healthcare needs.
To inspire collaborative leaders actively engaged in the improvement of patient and population health.

Base Campuses

Guy's Campus: The Faculty of Life Sciences & Medicine, Faculty of Dentistry, Oral & Craniofacial Sciences, and the Institute of Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience are based at the riverside Guy's Campus, next to the Shard.
Denmark Hill Campus: Home to the Institute of Psychiatry, Psychology & Neuroscience.

Special Features

Optional study abroad: On this program, you will have the opportunity to apply to study abroad, supported by the Study Abroad Tutor in your department and King’s Global Mobility Office.

Course Accreditation

General Medical Council (GMC)

Regulating Bodies

King's is regulated by the Office for Students

Subject Requirements

Required subjects: Biology and Chemistry
A-Levels: Required grades: ABB
International Baccalaureate Diploma: 33 points overall or an aggregate score of 16 from three Higher Levels

Alternative Accepted Qualifications

Access to HE Diploma
BTEC Nationals/CTECs
Cambridge Pre-U
European Baccalaureate
Scottish Highers and Advanced Highers

English Language Requirements

English language band: B

Selection Process

Eligibility for the EMDP: You must have attended only non-selective state education since the age of 11, not have started or completed a degree before submitting your application, have sat the UCAT prior to submitting your application, and have a Home fee status.
Special consideration will also be given to applicants from schools with low attainment, low participation areas, participants of Realising Opportunities, participants who have completed King’s K+ or Medview / Dentview programs, care-experienced applicants, and applicants with other widening participation backgrounds.

Personal Statement and Reference

Your personal statement is one of the many factors in the overall assessment of your application.
We are looking particularly for evidence of appropriate commitment to, and realistic appreciation of, the academic, physical, and emotional demands of a medicine degree program and career as a health professional.

Shortlisting

When considering applicants which will be shortlisted for interview, we consider GCSE (or equivalent performance), predicted or achieved A-level grades (or equivalent), the personal statement, the reference, and the score in the UCAT.

The Interview

No offers are made without an interview.
Interviews are usually held between November to May, and you must be available for interview in order to be considered for admission.

Receiving a Decision

Applications each year for our undergraduate medical programs are around 5500 for a total of 410 places.
Nearly 800 of these applications are for EMDP.
Around 1200 – 1400 applicants are selected for interview across all medicine programs, and there are around 80 places available on A101.

Resits

In a standard admissions cycle, we are able to consider applicants who have retaken their qualifications.

Transfers

Transfers into this program are not permitted.

UCAS Choices

A maximum of four choices on the UCAS form may be made for programs which lead to a professional qualification in medicine.

Teaching Methods

Lectures
Tutorials
Seminars
Directed self-study

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the course, you will receive your MBBS degree, which is a primary medical qualification (PMQ).
Holding a PMQ entitles you to apply for provisional registration with the General Medical Council, subject only to its acceptance that there are no Fitness to Practise concerns that need consideration.

Assessment

Formative Assessment
Summative Assessment

Structure

The Intercalated BSc is optional but must be taken between Stages 2 and 3.

Required Modules

Foundations of Biomedical Science (45 credits)
Anatomy and Physiology of Systems (45 credits)
Introduction to Values Based Clinical Practice (30 credits)

Optional Modules

There are no optional modules for this year.

Employability

Our course is accredited by the General Medical Council (GMC), this Primary Medical Qualification entitles the holder to apply to the GMC for registration to practise medicine in the UK.

Tuition Fees

Full-time tuition fees UK: The UK tuition fee for the academic year is currently £9,535 per year.

Additional Costs

Books if you choose to buy your own copies
Clothing for optional course-related events and competitions
Library fees and fines
Personal photocopies
Printing course handouts
Society membership fees
Stationery
Graduation costs
Travel costs for travel around London and between campuses

Funding

To find out more about bursaries, scholarships, grants, tuition fees, living expenses, student loans, and other financial help available at King's, please visit the Fees and Funding section.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Extended Medical Degree Programme MBBS (EMDP)

is a six-year (seven years with intercalated degree) program for students aiming to become medical professionals.

Key Features:

Designed specifically for students from non-selective state schools.
Provides a more gradual introduction to medical study with additional support in the first two years.
Integrates medical science with clinical teaching and focuses on learning through patient interaction.
Partner hospitals include Guy’s, King’s College and St Thomas’ Hospitals.
Led by world-renowned clinicians and scientists.
Includes an optional one-year BSc degree in various subjects across King's and its clinical partners.

Outline:

Stage 1 (Years 1 & 2):

Focuses on basic medical science and population sciences.
Develops skills to integrate scientific knowledge with clinical practice.
Includes additional academic tuition and pastoral support for EMDP students.
Same exams and pass marks as other medical students in Year 3 onwards.
Leads to the same MBBS qualification upon successful completion.

Stage 2 (Years 3 & 4):

Integrates science and clinical practice in blocks organized around the human lifecycle and common diseases.
Focuses on patient care in various clinical settings.
Supported by studies in biomedical and population sciences.

Stage 3 (Years 5 & 6):

Prepares students for future medical practice.
Offers opportunities for elective study abroad.
Involves conducting quality improvement projects and developing skills for population health improvement.
Includes inter-professional training and realistic simulation exercises.

Optional Intercalated BSc:

One-year opportunity to specialize in chosen subjects across King's and its clinical partners.
Available between Stages 2 and 3 of the program.

Assessment:

Assessment methods include:

Portfolio-based assessments throughout the course.
Written examinations in Stage 1.
Progress tests in Stages 2 and 3.
OSCEs in Stages 2 and 3.
Project assessments in Stages 2 and 3.
One external assessment in Stage 3.

Both parts of MLA must be passed along with all Stage 3 modules to demonstrate fitness to practice and obtain registration with a license to practice.

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements:

UK Students

Subject requirements

Biology and Chemistry A-Levels with a minimum grade of:
ABB - Applicants who met these requirements in A-level linear exams must have passed both the practical endorsement in both Science subjects.

GCSE/IGCSE Requirements

GCSE/IGCSE grade at B in both English Language and mathematics is mandatory.

International Students

For international applicants seeking to undertake this degree program at King's College London, admission requirements vary and depend heavily on qualifications awarded to students throughout their prior education in their respective home nations. As such, to maintain accuracy and inclusivity while respecting regional academic distinctions, a comprehensive and individualized assessment is mandatory. International applicants can anticipate a thorough evaluation of prior academic accomplishments, particularly those deemed equivalent within the British education framework. International Baccalaureate Diploma Program candidates with TOK/EE will see this reflected in the overall score of 35. However, all applications submitted will be reviewed fairly regardless of age, and offers are usually conditional in nature unless otherwise indicated as unconditional offers or made through clearing processes for competitive entry points where available for given degree programs at UK universities

All selection for interview consideration takes into accounts the candidate applicant’s GCSE (or equivalence achievement), projected and achieved A-level (or equivalency) grades, references provided, UCAT scores if applicable - which all in totality contribute towards shortlisting decisions in tandem with overall holistic assessments to ensure a comprehensive selection process

Language Proficiency Requirements:

This program specifies a mandatory English language band score of B.

For all applicants from UK universities or equivalents, or if English is the native or primary medium of instruction in your home academic institution and degree coursework, or if all undergraduate programs undertaken by the candidate/applicant have been successfully completed using English-language testing, there is no mandatory requirement to achieve a given English language standard score.

English Language Entry Requirements for Students without Mandatory Requirements

All candidates applying to King's College London and who do not meet one of the exemptions outlined must satisfy English language skills by attaining an acceptable score as determined within the standardized tests listed below; minimum scores as noted on this list apply, and additional accepted alternative tests may apply.

IELTS 6.5 overall; a minimum score of at least 5.5 in writing
Pearson PTE 68 overall including writing skills score of no less than 59
C1 Advanced 7.0 overall score with no individual element scoring less than 6.0
TOEFL IBT 88 for overall testing including writing with a minimum of 21 each in reading comprehension, listening and speaking

Final thoughts

All applicants are strongly encouraged to consult official sources on the King's College London and extended admissions requirements page or to reach qualified admissions officials who can accurately answer and address queries on the basis most up to date and relevant program rules and admission regulations.

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