Barts and the London (Graduate Entry)
Overview
Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry is the second oldest medical school in the UK, with teaching at St Bartholomew’s Hospital dating back to 1123! Your placements will cover two very different parts of London: the City and the East End. This means you’ll meet a wide variety and diversity of patients and come to understand different health needs within these populations.
You’ll benefit from expert teaching, through an integrated course with early patient contact. At Barts you’ll meet your very first patient within the first few weeks! The course combines a problem-based learning approach with more traditional lectures, practical classes and small group work. The Royal London Hospital has recently undergone a complete redevelopment and includes London’s leading trauma and emergency care centre, as well as housing some of Europe’s largest renal and paediatric services.
The first year of the A101 Graduate Programme is based on the first two years of the standard entry 5-year course. After this you’ll join the Year 3 students in your second year to begin your clinical studies.
Selection for interview is based on both UCAT score and degree classification. This means a particularly strong UCAT or degree could make up for any other weaker parts of your application.
Key Points
- UCAT
- Graduate Entry
- Integrated Course
- Any Degree Subject
FAQs
Barts and the London (Graduate Entry) programme is a graduate entry medical program offered by Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, which is part of Queen Mary University of London. The program is designed for students who already hold a degree in a relevant field and wish to pursue a career in medicine.
To be eligible for the Barts and the London (Graduate Entry) programme, candidates must hold a minimum of a 2:1 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant field, such as Biomedical Sciences, Chemistry, or Pharmacology. Candidates are also required to have a strong performance in the UKCAT or GAMSAT entrance exam, as well as relevant work experience and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
The curriculum for the Barts and the London (Graduate Entry) programme is designed to be comprehensive and rigorous, covering a range of medical disciplines including anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and clinical skills. The program also emphasizes hands-on experience, with students engaging in clinical placements and working with patients and healthcare professionals throughout their education.
To prepare for the Barts and the London (Graduate Entry) programme, it is important to have a strong academic background in a relevant field and perform well in the UKCAT or GAMSAT entrance exam. Relevant work experience, such as volunteering in healthcare settings, can also be beneficial. It is also important to research the program thoroughly and to submit a strong application, including a well-crafted personal statement and relevant supporting documents.
Admission to the Barts and the London (Graduate Entry) programme is highly competitive, with a limited number of places available each year. The school receives a large number of applications from highly qualified and motivated candidates, which means that the admission process is highly selective. However, with the right qualifications and preparation, it is possible to gain admission to the program.
Graduates of the Barts and the London (Graduate Entry) programme are well-prepared for a career in medicine, with a strong foundation in medical knowledge, clinical skills, and communication and interpersonal skills. Graduates may pursue a range of career paths, including working in hospitals, clinics, and other healthcare settings, or pursuing further education or research in a specialized area of medicine.
About the university
| Key Information | |
| Website | Website |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone number | 020 7882 8478 |
| Course Information | |
| Teaching style | Integrated The curriculum incorporates aspects of Problem Based Learning along with lectures, practical sessions, e-learning, communication skill sessions and project work. The first year of the graduate programme is equivalent to the first two years of A100. After this, second-year students join Y3 for their clinical rotations. |
| Course length | 4 years |
| Courses offered | 2 courses offered: A100 Medicine Standard-Entry - 5 years A101 Medicine Graduate-Entry - 4 years |
| Graduate entry | Yes |
| Foundation or access | No |
| University Life | |
| Local area | London Teaching is based at St Bartholemew’s and The Royal London Hospitals. Placements in the clinical stage take place across North East London and Essex. |
| Social life | First year accommodation with all other medical students in Charterhouse Square, Farringdon. Barts and The London SU is in the old outpatients building at The Royal London, so not only offers a unique location, but a students union steeped in history. The medical sports teams, societies and clubs are very active, and a great thing to get involved with. The BLSA - medical student association are also very active and pride themselves on taking student issues to not just Barts and the London, but also to QMUL. |
| Interview | |
| Interview style | Panel Normally interview panels consist of 2 members of senior academic or clinical staff, a medical student and sometimes a lay selector. |
| Interview dates | January - March |
| Admissions Tests | |
| UCAT | UCAT Required Selection for interview is based on UCAT score and degree classification, weighted 50:50 |
| GAMSAT | N/A |
| Academic Requirements | |
| GCSE | No requirements |
| A-level | Will consider school leaving qualifications for applicants who do not have a biological sciences degree. |
| Scottish Advanced/Highers | Will consider school leaving qualifications for applicants who do not have a biological sciences degree. |
| IB | N/A |
| Bachelor's Degree (Gradutes Only) | Applicants may apply in the final year of their degree and must be predicted/achieved at least a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject. Degrees are divided into three categories. Bioscience degrees containing sufficient Biology and Chemistry – no further A or AS level requirements. Science degrees that lack Biology or Chemistry, candidates must have a minimum A or AS level grade C for Biology and/or Chemistry (depending on what is missing in the degree). For non-science degrees, candidates must have a minimum B grade in A or AS level Chemistry or Biology, plus one other science also at grade B. Accepted science subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, and Psychology. You may apply with achieved or predicted grades. Degrees must be completed in the natural length intended for the qualification (generally three years for Bachelors and four years for integrated Masters). |
| Statistics | |
| Number of applicants per interview | 3 |
| Number of applicants per place | 27 |
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