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University of St Andrews · Undergraduate
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The BSc (Gen) Gateway to Medicine at University of St Andrews is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about advancing health outcomes. Based in St Andrews, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 3-year full-time structure. The Gateway to Medicine programme at the University of St Andrews is designed to provide talented students from under-represented backgrounds the opportunity to pursue a career in medicine. This year-long, full-time programme offers an opportunity to study in the sciences at first-year undergraduate level, helping to develop the academic foundations required for the study of medicine. In addition to academic studies, students on the programme will benefit from content introducing core skills related to medical studies and confidence building, along with the skills necessary to progress to a... 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 £35,000 within three years, a 96% continuation rate, and 79% of graduates in employment or further study.
| UCAS Points | 108 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Home Student Fee
£1,820
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Legal notices Admission to the University of St Andrews is governed by our Admissions policy Information about all programmes from previous years of entry can be found in the archive. Curriculum development As a research intensive institution, the University ensures that its teaching references the research interests of its staff, which may change from time to time. As a result, programmes are regularly reviewed with the aim of enhancing students' learning experience. Our approach to course revi
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £38,000 | £41,000 | £55,000 |
| 3 years | £33,000 | £35,000 | £37,000 |
| 5 years | £38,500 | £47,500 | £53,500 |
UK subject average: £37,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Salary trend: ↑ up £12,500 from year 3 to year 5
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH01-01-02). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
Overall
National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Source: Subject-level average for this provider
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University of St Andrews · Undergraduate
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