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27 Feb 2024 · This page is about the standard-entry Medicine course (A100). The standard Oxford medical course has separate pre-clinical (years 1-3) and clinical (years 4-6). Students first gain a comprehensive grounding in medical science, before applying that scientific foundation in the clinical setting.
Oxford University School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences is the medical school of the University of Oxford in the city of Oxford, England. It is a component of the Medical Sciences Division, and teaching is carried out in its various constituent departments.
Short-listing is conducted in line with the quota imposed on the Medical School by the UK Government for the available international places i.e. the number shortlisted for interview is restricted to approximately 32 for the standard A100 course.
In years 1 - 3 (pre-clinical), students gain a comprehensive grounding in the sciences underlying medicine and obtain a BA degree in Medical Sciences. Find out more about years 1 - 3 (pre-clinical) Years 4 - 6 comprise the clinical component and lead to the award of the BM, BCh.
The University is required by the General Medical Council to ensure that students who graduate with degrees of BMBCh are fit to practise Medicine. This is a matter in which conduct and health, and not simply academic standing, are relevant.
About the course. The Doctor of Medicine is a flexible, variable intensity, clinical research-based doctorate. You will pursue research that is in synergy with your medical practice. The degree will provide you with research skills, in-depth knowledge, understanding and expertise in your chosen field of research.
MEDICINE. The Medicine course at Oxford provides a thorough intellectual training with particular emphasis on the basic science research that underpins medicine. We have retained a distinct three-year pre-clinical stage that includes studying towards a BA Honours degree in Medical Sciences, followed by a three-year clinical stage.
Oxford University recognises the importance of a transparent and valid selection process and supports the Medical Schools Council's Guiding Principles to the Admission of Medical Students (revised in 2010).
Medicine at Oxford is split into two halves, each lasting 3 years: Preclinical and Clinical. The Preclinical course is mainly based on lectures, labs and tutorials, and is a fantastic opportunity to get to grips with the science behind human health, disease and treatments.
Oxford Medical School is a highly prestigious and internationally recognised medical school, located in the beautiful city of Oxford. Not only is Oxford consistently ranked top 10 in UK medical schools (depending on the system), the Times Higher Education ranked the University of Oxford as number 1 in the world in 2023 and 2024 for medicine!
