The UK is globally renowned for its excellence in medical and health science education, with state-of-the-art facilities, experienced faculty, and clinical exposure. Below are the popular courses in medicine and health sciences and the entry requirements for Bangladeshi students.
Popular Medicine and Health Sciences Courses
- Medicine (MBBS):
- General Medicine
- Surgery
- Pediatrics
- Nursing and Midwifery:
- Adult Nursing
- Child Nursing
- Mental Health Nursing
- Dentistry:
- Orthodontics
- Oral Surgery
- Periodontics
- Pharmacy:
- Clinical Pharmacy
- Pharmaceutical Science
- Drug Development
- Biomedical Science:
- Molecular Biology
- Immunology
- Medical Genetics
- Public Health:
- Global Health
- Epidemiology
- Health Policy
- Physiotherapy:
- Rehabilitation Therapy
- Sports Physiotherapy
- Neurological Physiotherapy
- Nutrition and Dietetics:
- Clinical Nutrition
- Public Health Nutrition
- Radiology and Imaging:
- Diagnostic Radiography
- Radiation Therapy
- Occupational Therapy:
- Work Rehabilitation
- Pediatric Therapy
Entry Requirements for Bangladeshi Students
Foundation in Medicine and Health Sciences:
- Education:
- Completion of Class 12th with at least 50% marks in Science (Biology, Chemistry, and Physics).
- English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS 5.5 (no band less than 5.0) or equivalent (TOEFL iBT 46 / PTE Academic 42).
Undergraduate (MBBS, Nursing, Pharmacy, etc.):
- Education:
- Completion of Class 12th with at least 70-80% marks in Science (Biology, Chemistry, Physics).
- For MBBS, higher grades (80-90%) are typically required.
- English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS 7.0 (no band less than 6.5) for MBBS, Nursing, and other health-related fields.
- IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0) for other programs like Biomedical Science.
- Additional Requirements:
- UCAT or BMAT Scores: Required for MBBS and some medical-related programs.
- Work Experience: For Nursing and related fields, experience in a healthcare setting is advantageous.
Postgraduate (Master’s in Health Sciences):
- Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Medicine, Health Sciences, or a related field with at least a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent).
- English Language Proficiency:
- IELTS 6.5–7.0 (depending on the program) or equivalent (TOEFL iBT 79-100 / PTE Academic 58-67).
- Additional Requirements:
- Relevant work experience is often required for programs like Public Health, Physiotherapy, and Advanced Nursing.
Estimated Tuition Costs
- Foundation Programs: GBP 8,000–15,000 per year.
- Undergraduate Programs:
- MBBS: GBP 30,000–50,000 per year.
- Nursing, Pharmacy, and other programs: GBP 15,000–25,000 per year.
- Postgraduate Programs: GBP 15,000–35,000 per year.
Popular Universities Offering Medicine and Health Sciences
- University of Oxford
- University of Cambridge
- Imperial College London
- University College London (UCL)
- King’s College London (KCL)
- University of Edinburgh
- University of Manchester
- University of Glasgow
- Queen Mary University of London (QMUL)
- University of Birmingham
Special Opportunities for Bangladeshi Students
- Scholarships:
- Chevening Scholarships.
- Commonwealth Scholarships.
- GREAT Scholarships for Health Sciences.
- University-specific scholarships like King’s Global Health & Social Medicine Scholarship.
- Clinical Placements:
- Most programs include hands-on training in NHS hospitals or clinics.
- Post-Study Work Visa (Graduate Route):
- Students can work in the UK for up to 2 years after completing their degree.
- Licensing and Registration:
- For MBBS graduates, registration with the General Medical Council (GMC) is required.
- Nursing graduates must register with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC).
Career Prospects
Graduates in medicine and health sciences are in high demand in the UK, with opportunities in:
- Hospitals (Public and Private)
- Research Institutes
- Pharmaceutical Companies
- Public Health Organizations
- Healthcare Administration
