Course Comparison

Course
BMBS Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery with Foundation (Year 0) BSc (Hons) Podiatry with Integrated Foundation Year
Award
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - BMBS Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons)
Duration
6 years 4 years
Assessment breakdown
- -
Course type
Full-time Full-time
Placement
(with placements) (with placements)
Location
Plymouth Plymouth
Provider
Peninsula Medical School School of Health Professions
Entry requirements
We aim to build a picture of the circumstances that may have adversely affected an applicant’s education and academic potential. When assessing an application we will consider a range of educational, social, family, and individual characteristics and experiences. Applications for this course will therefore only be considered if the contextual entry requirements are met alongside the academic criteria.
Applicants for this course must not meet the A level and GCSE grade requirements for the five-year BMBS Medicine (A100) course. However, if you meet either the GCSE or A level requirements for A100 but not the other, then you would be considered for the foundation course.
Students must be 18 years old or over at the start date of this programme.
International applicants
This programme is open to international applicants who are currently seeking asylum in the United Kingdom – no other international applications will be considered.
GCSE
Applicants need to achieve 5 GCSE passes (grade C/4 or above) which must include the following subjects:
  • English
  • Mathematics (consideration may be given to Functional Skills Level 2 in Mathematics)
  • Science
Students not achieving GCSE Mathematics at grade C/4 on application may be offered a free online mathematics support package and an examination equivalent to grade C/4 GCSE to enable the achievement of appropriate entry requirements prior to commencing the course. This examination is offered during the recruitment cycle to all eligible candidates.
Plus suitable Level 3 qualifications or experience as outlined below:
A level
Typical offer {{course.new_ucas_tariff}} UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A levels including grade E in a Science subject.
Applications from students with non-standard qualifications, including those without science qualifications at Level 3, are welcomed and are assessed on an individual basis. This course is also suitable for those returning to study who can offer work or other related experience in place of formal qualifications and who have the equivalent of basic mathematical, English and science skills (i.e. the equivalent of a grade C/4 at GCSE level).
International Baccalaureate
24 overall to include 3 at Higher Level science subject. English and mathematics must be included.
BTEC
PPP in a science related subject.
T level
Accepted, a minimum of a Pass (D or E in the Core) = 72 points – preference pathways would be Health or Science. Typical offer will be confirmed once an application is received.
Access
Pass an Access to HE Diploma (e.g. science/combined studies/natural sciences/nursing).
Other qualifications and professional experience may be considered. Interview may be required, please refer to institution for individual consideration.
English language
We are aware of the various education systems throughout the world and make offers based on equivalent qualifications to those listed in our entry requirements. You should be able to possess the ability to study in the English language and be familiar with this in a scientific context. To that end, we ask for a minimum IELTS score of at least 7.0, with a minimum score of 6.5 in each section.
We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
Extended entry requirements
You must pass disclosure and barring service and occupational health checks satisfactorily in order to be able to start this course.
Students must be 18 years old or over at the start date of this course.