Pathway to Medical and Dental Schools
Complete a specialised 9-month foundation programme leading directly to medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and life science degrees across the UK, Europe and the Caribbean.
Krishna
Studying at Aston University, UK 🇬🇧
from India 🇮🇳
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Aman
Studying at University of Nicosia, Cyprus 🇨🇾
from Ethiopia 🇪🇹
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Kristine
Studying at RCSI, Ireland 🇮🇪
from India 🇮🇳
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Krishna
Studying at Aston University, UK 🇬🇧
from India 🇮🇳
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Aman
Studying at University of Nicosia, Cyprus 🇨🇾
from Ethiopia 🇪🇹
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Kristine
Studying at RCSI, Ireland 🇮🇪
from India 🇮🇳
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Krishna
Studying at Aston University, UK 🇬🇧
from India 🇮🇳
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Aman
Studying at University of Nicosia, Cyprus 🇨🇾
from Ethiopia 🇪🇹
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Kristine
Studying at RCSI, Ireland 🇮🇪
from India 🇮🇳
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Krishna
Studying at Aston University, UK 🇬🇧
from India 🇮🇳
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Aman
Studying at University of Nicosia, Cyprus 🇨🇾
from Ethiopia 🇪🇹
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Kristine
Studying at RCSI, Ireland 🇮🇪
from India 🇮🇳
Former student of the Medical Foundation
Course Overview
Our innovative Medical Foundation Programme is designed for international students wishing to progress to medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and life science undergraduate degrees, including biomedical sciences and pharmacology.
Successful completion offers a pathway to medical degrees and related programmes in the UK, Europe and the Caribbean. To progress to medical or dentistry schools you will also need to pass an interview, which we prepare you for with extensive practice and mock interviews as well as advice on course choices and your university application.
Duration
9 Months (Academic Year)
Start Dates
28th September 2026 & 4th January 2027
Fees & Locations
Core Modules
- 1
Biology for Medicine
Cellular biology, human anatomy, physiology and genetics.
- 2
Chemistry for Medicine
Organic and inorganic chemistry focused on human biochemistry.
- 3
Advanced Mathematics
Statistical analysis and data interpretation for clinical research.
- 4
Medical English & Study Skills
Professional medical terminology and academic writing.
Progression Medical Schools
Upon successful completion of the Medical Foundation Programme, students are eligible to progress to leading medical universities worldwide.
Region
Admissions Test
Progression Directory
Showing 11 universities
University of Lancashire Medical School
Modern medical school designed specifically for international students.
University of Nicosia, Cyprus, Medical School
A leading medical school offering a modern, innovative curriculum.
European University, Cyprus, School of Medicine
Fully accredited degrees with excellent graduate employability rates.
Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
A prestigious, internationally recognised medical institution.
University of Buckingham Medical School
The UK's first independent non-profit medical school.
RCSI & UCD Malaysia Campus (RUMC)
Irish medical education delivered transnationally.
St. George's University, Grenada
Access to the largest provider of new doctors to the US healthcare system.
Sarajevo School of Science & Technology (SSST)
Delivering world-class medical education in Eastern Europe.
The Medical University of the Americas (MUA)
A comprehensive medical programme based in the Caribbean.
IDEA College, Malta
An emerging institution offering innovative pathway programmes.
The University of Sunderland
New medical school focusing on regional healthcare needs.
Additional Progression Routes
In addition to our medical school partners, the programme also offers direct progression routes into medical related undergraduate degrees such as pharmacy, biomedical sciences, optometry and physiotherapy at universities including the University of Birmingham, Queen's Belfast University, Aston University, Brunel University, Swansea University and the University of East London.
Why choose this Foundation Programme?
No UCAT Required
Gain entry to the foundation programme and select partner universities without sitting the UCAT or BMAT.
Application Support
Receive 1-on-1 guidance for personal statements, university selection and MMI interview preparation.
Guaranteed Interviews
Meet the academic requirements and secure guaranteed interviews at specific partner medical schools.
Expert Faculty
Learn from experienced science educators and healthcare professionals dedicated to your success.
Start your medical journey with the best advice
Connect directly withmedical students that have previously completed this medical foundation