King’s College London (Extended Medical Degree)
Overview
King’s College London is home to the GKT School of Medical Education, formed in 1998 with the merging of the originally independent Guy’s, King’s and St Thomas’ schools of medicine. Teaching at these medical schools dates all the way back to 1173, with a great deal of history associated with studying of King’s with notable alumni including Joseph Lister and John Keats. The curriculum at King’s was been redesigned and takes an integrated approach, blending the basic medical sciences with clinical practice from early on.
The Extended Medical Degree Programme (EMDP) is offers a more graduated introduction to medical study than the standard degree programme and provides a system of greater academic and pastoral support. The first stage of the curriculum is spread across two years, allowing students more time to get to grips with the basic sciences underlying medicine.
Both UCAT and GCSEs are considered when scoring applicants for interview shortlisting. Therefore applicants with strong GCSE or secondary school performance as well as a competitive UCAT score are ideal candidates for King’s College.
Please note: this extended programme is only open to home applicants meeting specific widening participation eligibility criteria
Key Points
- Foundation Year
- UCAT
- London
- Integrated Course
FAQs
The Extended Medical Degree Programme (EMDP) at King’s College London is a six-year medical programme designed for students who may not have the traditional academic background to enter a standard medical degree course.
The EMDP at King’s College London is designed for students from non-traditional academic backgrounds who have the potential to become successful doctors but may not meet the academic requirements for a standard medical degree. Students who have achieved A-level grades below AAA, or equivalent qualifications, may be eligible to apply.
The EMDP at King’s College London is a six-year programme divided into two phases. The first phase lasts for two years and focuses on the foundational sciences of medicine, while the second phase lasts for four years and covers the clinical practice of medicine. The programme includes clinical placements throughout the six years.
To be eligible for the EMDP at King’s College London, applicants must have achieved a minimum of BBB at A-level or equivalent, including at least one science subject. Applicants must also demonstrate the potential to succeed in a medical programme through an aptitude test, an interview, and a situational judgement test.
To apply for the EMDP at King’s College London, you must submit an online application through UCAS. The application process includes an aptitude test, an interview, and a situational judgement test. It is important to check the application deadlines and requirements on the King’s College London website before applying.
Graduates of the EMDP at King’s College London are awarded the same degree as graduates of the standard medical degree programme and are eligible to apply for provisional registration with the General Medical Council (GMC). The programme aims to equip graduates with the skills and knowledge required to pursue a successful career in medicine.
About the university
| Key Information | |
| Website | Website |
| [email protected] | |
| Phone number | 020 7836 5454 |
| Course Information | |
| Teaching style | Integrated The course is split into three phases: Phase I (year 1), Phase II (years 2+3) and Phase III (years 4+5). Phase I is largely lecture and seminar based with the amount of time spent at placement increasing with each phase. The extended programme studies Phase I over two years rather than one allowing additional tuition and support. |
| Course length | 6 years |
| Courses offered | 3 courses offered: A100 Standard Entry - 5 years A101 Extended Medical Degree Programme - 6 years A102 Graduate Entry - 4 years |
| Graduate entry | Yes |
| Foundation or access | Yes |
| University Life | |
| Local area | London Teaching is based at King's College's Guy’s Campus, located around London Bridge. Being located in the very centre of London has its benefits and is an amazing opportunity to enjoy everything the capital has to offer. You will undertake placements at around south London as well as south east England, including Kent and Sussex. Placements outside of London offer a different and rich perspective on clinical learning, complementing the experiences gained in central London hospitals. |
| Social life | As well as all the benefits of studying and living in central London, students can also access all of the facilities and societies of King's College London as well as GKT-specific sports teams and societies. |
| Interview | |
| Interview style | MMI |
| Interview dates | Nov-May |
| Admissions Tests | |
| UCAT | UCAT Required A-Level grades, personal statement and GCSEs are considered alongside UCAT when shortlisting candidates for interview. |
| GAMSAT | N/A |
| Academic Requirements | |
| GCSE | GCSEs scored for interview shortlisting Minimum requirement: Grade 6 (B) in both English language and Maths required. |
| A-level | ABB A level: ABB, including Biology & Chemistry, one of which must be offered at A grade. For linear A levels in England, applicants will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all science subjects. A levels in General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted. |
| Scottish Advanced/Highers | ABB |
| IB | 35 points Subjects required: 35 points, including 6,5,5 at Higher Level with 6 in either Higher Level Biology or Higher Level Chemistry and 5 at Higher Level in the other. The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE. |
| Bachelor's Degree (Gradutes Only) | N/A |
| Statistics | |
| Number of applicants per interview | no data available |
| Number of applicants per place | no data available |
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