Medicine

Cambridge

Why?

Studying Medicine at Cambridge gives graduates access to a range of careers in the health professions. After a successful three-years of pre-clinical studies, students will be awarded a BA in Medical Sciences. After six years, students will graduate with two degrees, the Bachelor of Medicine and the Bachelor of Surgery (MB, BChir). A successful medical student is one that is aware of the challenges that the profession brings and has chosen to study Medicine because they want to, not because it is expected.

Course

In the first three-years of pre-clinical studies, students will typically have around 20-25 teaching hours weekly and will focus on medical sciences. In the first and second years, students will focus on the fundamental areas of scientific knowledge and will also be introduced to the clinical aspect of medicine. In the third year, students are expected to specialise in another subject area in order to receive their BA. They will also continue developing clinical work by visiting community health-related organisations. In years four, five and six, students will carry out their clinical studies and develop the skills needed to practise clinical medicine.

Applying

Cambridge requires A*A*A at A-level, or 40-42 points at IB. Applicants are expected to receive A-levels in Chemistry and either Biology, Physics or Maths. Some colleges require that candidates have at least three science/maths subjects at A-level. It is not compulsory to have relevant work experience; however, it is advised. This is to ensure that prospective students have a deep understanding of the career. Additionally, everyone must sit the Biomedical Admission Test (BMAT). Successful applicants are expected to meet the health and fitness to practise standards, and other requirements such as vaccinations and DBS checks.

Statistics

2017- Applications: 1341, Offers: 292, Acceptance Rate: 19%

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