About this course
Lancaster University offers MSc (by Research) Medical Sciences as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Research) programme in Medicine and Medical Studies. Based in Lancaster, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 94. Intakes run across 3 windows (Autumn 3 (July), 2026 and Lent (January), 2027…).
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
Students need to have 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant subject. Undergraduate medical students intercalating between 4th and 5th years of study require a top quartile outcome in MBChB finals. We may also consider non-standard applicants.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn 3 (July), 2026
- ▸Lent (January), 2027
- ▸Autumn (October), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
