About this course
University of Plymouth offers BMBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery as a 5-year undergraduate Bachelor Degree programme in Medicine and Medical Studies. Based in Plymouth, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £39,500 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 7.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 60. Intakes run across 2 windows (Semester 1 (September), 2026 and Study Period 4 (September), 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
In order to meet the academic requirements for this programme, you must have one of the following combinations of qualifications: GCSE, A Levels and UCAT GAMSAT A Levels and stage 1 of either Biomedical Science or Human Biosciences with the University of Plymouth. A degree programme through the University of Plymouth School of Biomedical Sciences. A Level The typical offer is A*AA – AAB at GCE A level which must include the following: Grade A in Biology Grade A in a second science from Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology Your third A level can be from any subject area and does not need to be science based. When shortlisting for interview we do not give preference to those who complete three Science A levels. General Studies is not accepted GCSE Applicants need to achieve 7 GCSE passes (grade C/grade 4 or higher) which must include the following subjects: English Language Mathematics Two Science subjects - either GCSE Double Award Science or two from single award Chemistry, Biology, or Physics International Baccalaureate 36–38 points overall to include the following: Higher Level 6 in Biology Higher Level 6 in one further science from Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology Students whose first language is not English must demonstrate proficiency in the English language by achieving one of the following qualifications: IIELTS band 7.5 or above with at least 7.0 in each of the Speaking and Listening sections (taken within 12 months of entry). The University will no longer accept the IELTS indicator (online test). All applicants will have to take the IELTS test at an approved centre. lGCSE or GCSE English Language (as a first language) grade A / 7. A supplementary statement confirming inclusion of the Speaking and Listening components will be required for IGCSE 0500 / 0990. IB score of 6 at the ordinary level in English Language (as a first language).
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Semester 1 (September), 2026
- ▸Study Period 4 (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
