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UndergraduateBachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of SurgeryUCAS: A100

Medicine

University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen, Scotland
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5 yearsDuration
£50,100Per Year (Intl)
£38,000Avg. Graduate Salary
87%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in medicine and dentistry with the MB ChB Medicine at University of Aberdeen. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 5-year full-time structure. At Aberdeen, you will study medicine in a thriving medical school that is co-located on one of the largest clinical sites in Europe with superb teaching and extensive research facilities. We are ranked 1st in the UK for Medicine in the Guardian University Guide 2025 rankings! Our modern, dynamic and clearly delivered MBChB uses a systems-based, integrated approach. Our curriculum is constantly reviewed and updated in response to changing GMC guidance, scientific and medical advances, changes in healthcare delivery and changes in educational theory and practice. International tuition fees are £50,100 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £48,000 within three years, a 99% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Human Anatomy and Physiology
Biochemistry and Cell Biology
Pharmacology and Therapeutics
Pathology and Disease Mechanisms
Clinical Skills and Communication
Systems-Based Medicine Integration
General Practice and Community Medicine
Research Methods and Evidence-Based Practice
UCAS Code:A100
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

A-Level

AAA

Three A Levels at AAA. Chemistry is required plus at least one from Biology, Mathematics or Physics and one other subject. All applicants must hold a GCSE pass at 6/B or above in English Language and Mathematics. GCSE Biology and Physics recommended (grade 6/B or above).

International Baccalaureate

36 points

Minimum of 36 points including at least 3 HL at 6 and 3 SL with an average of 6. HL Chemistry is required; plus HL in Maths, Biology or Physics, and one other subject. If only 2 sciences offered at HL, must have a further science subject at SL. Candidates with a minimum of two 7's in Higher level subjects, who do not meet our Standard Level requirements, may be considered. The 36 points required excludes points for Theory of Knowledge and bonus points.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.565.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£50,100

per year

Total Course Cost (5 years)£250,500

Home Student Fee

£1,820

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Aberdeen

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£34,000£38,000£45,000
3 years£43,000£48,000£54,000
5 years£46,500£55,000£62,000

UK subject average: £37,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation 30% above UK average salary
This course
£48,000
UK average
£37,000
Salary 5 years after graduation 49% above UK average salary
This course
£55,000
UK average
£37,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £7,000 from year 3 to year 5

Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH01-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
10%Studying
15%Work & Study
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
87%
Learning opportunities
88%
Assessment and feedback
72%
Academic support
87%
Organisation and management
70%
Learning resources
87%
Student voice
73%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
99%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

1 Scholarship Available

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Aberdeen Global Scholarship - Undergraduate and PGDE

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£6,000scholarship value
  • Available to all international students
  • For undergraduate study
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About University of Aberdeen

University of Aberdeen offers Medicine as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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#27UK Ranking
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