INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME
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 and data handling skills, ICT, medical vocabulary, and study skills. The aim of completing the IMFD is to help you feel more confident and better prepared to begin your medical degree.
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.
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, or good high school grades.
Tuition fees: £22,250 (25/26)
Duration: 9 months
Start dates: October
Why study the International Year One Programme with us?
Upon successful completion of the IMFD and meeting the required admission criteria, you may be eligible to apply and progress onto a Five-Year Medical Degree Track (MD Track 5) at St. George’s University (SGU)
More support and teaching hours than a standard first year undergraduate degree
Build your intercultural skills and integrate with UK student life
Equivalent to year one of an undergraduate degree
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.
Your support
Why Newcastle?
Top 38 best University in the UK
(Guardian University Guide, 2025)
Ranked 2nd in the North East
(Guardian University Guide, 2024)
Ranked 34th best University in the UK
(Complete University Guide, 2025)
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.
