• Bachelor of Medicine/Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) at Cardiff University is a 5 years program.
  • It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
  • The program initially focuses on preparing students for learning in higher education and building a platform for integrated clinical sciences.
  • This is delivered in the classroom, practical classes, lectures, and the virtual learning environment.
  •  Throughout the course, students are expected to display the professional attributes of a doctor in training.
  • The Medicine program is recognized as a Primary Medical Qualification under the Medical Act, and graduates of the program may apply for provisional registration with the General Medical Council.
  • This course is accredited by the General Medical Council (GMC).
  • The course is divided into 3 phases. Phase 1 (Years 1 and 2) students will learn core science and clinical practice. In phase 2 (Years 3 and 4) students learn to care by integrated contemporary clinical experience, whilst during Phase 3 students will be learning from and at work.
  • Teaching during Year 1 is delivered in partnership with the School of Biosciences at Cardiff University.
  • Students will have access through the Learning Central website to relevant multimedia material, presentations, lecture handouts, bibliographies, further links, electronic exercises, and discussion circles.
  • In 2017, 100% of the graduates from the MBBCh course had secured employment or engaged in further study within 6 months of graduation.
  • The School of Medicine is the largest medical school in the UK.
  • The research areas of the program are:
    • Cancer and Genetics
    • Infection and Immunity
    • Psychological Medicine and Clinical Neurosciences
    • The population of Medicine.