INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL FOUNDATION DIPLOMA
The International Medical Foundation Diploma is ideal for aspiring medical students.
This 9-month programme is designed to provide fundamental scientific knowledge and skills across a range of science disciplines. This includes laboratory skills, basic numeracy skills and data handling, ICT and study skills. The aim of completing this Medical Foundation Diploma, is to support students to feel more confident and better prepared to pursue a degree in medicine and other allied health science degrees.
Level of study: Foundation - NQF Level 3
Entry requirements: 5 GCSE at a grade C/4, including GCSE Maths at a minimum grade of C/4, or an equivalent level 2 qualification.
Tuition fees: £22,250
Duration: 9 months
Start dates: January, October
Why study the International Medical Foundation Diploma?
The programme has been designed by experts at pathway level to help you maximise your learning potential on the programme. It is delivered by experienced staff who have all worked with international students for many years and have expertise in specialist areas.
Upon successful completion of the International Medical Foundation Diploma and meeting the required admission criteria, students may be eligible to apply and progress onto a 5 Year Medical Degree Pathway (5MDP) at St. George’s University (SGU). Students can start in the UK at Northumbria University or at SGU’s True Blue campus in Grenada.
Why study the International Medical Foundation Diploma with us?
Develop skills and knowledge to pursue a Doctor of Medicine degree and gain a global perspective on areas within medical science
Progression: you will have the opportunity to progress to Year One of your medical degree at at either Northumbria University or at SGU's True Blue campus in Grenada
Enhance your English language proficiency, including academic vocabulary, writing skills, and independent language learning
As an affiliate of St. George’s University, QA students will receive one to one applicant support at every stage of the admissions process for the 5 year MD Pathway while they are studying on the Foundation year
Studying in Newcastle
Newcastle has a reputation for being both one of the friendliest and liveliest cities in the UK and definitely a great place for you to be a student as one in six people in the city is a student.
We've invested more than 300 million pounds since 2005 to provide new learning, working and social spaces to improve services and support for our students’ welfare and education.
Our City Campus is in the heart of Newcastle city centre, so it’s the perfect place to make the most of your time at university.
Accommodation
Living in halls is a once in a lifetime experience. From meeting new people, to unwinding in your room. We offer a wide range of options when choosing your accommodation including en-suite rooms and catered accommodation.
You can book your place as soon as you make Northumbria your firm choice. Much like choosing a seat in the cinema, you can pick your exact room from the building floorplans, giving you the opportunity to shape your experience from start to finish.
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Your next steps
Are you interested in studying our course or do you have more questions? Our dedicated team is here to help you every step of the way. We understand that choosing the right course and campus location is a significant decision, and we are committed to providing you with all the information and support you need to help you with your decision.
