Graduate Entry Medicine

• International students can choose a Graduate Programme, for instance an “Accelerated MD” or a “fast-track”, for a full qualification.
• It’s a medicine pathway offered to graduates with medicine or health-related degrees, like a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree.
• For graduate students, the course may be a 4-Year Graduate Programme, or they may start a 6-Year Undergraduate Programme midway depending on prior studies.
• Graduate students complete all theoretical modules and clinical rotations as per course requirements for a Doctor of Medicine (MD) qualification.
• Students can apply for graduate entry medicine programmes such as Europe and North America.

• Studying medicine abroad gives graduate students world-class education, comprehensive clinical training and mentorship, and a globally-recognised qualification.
• Graduate medicine programmes abroad are an inclusive experience for international students with all coursework including rotations taught in English and a positive, welcoming learning environment.
• Qualified British and Irish students can study in-demand programmes at leading medical schools for affordable tuition fees.
• Europe and North America’s best graduate medicine programmes are far more accessible for international students than those in the UK; typically UK graduate programmes have 2 to 3 times more demand than standard medicine programmes.
• Even with competitive markets for international students, graduate medicine abroad is a straightforward application process for candidates with a related medicine, health, or science degree.
• Rigorous and inspiring 4-Year Graduate Medicine Programmes for international students are available at highly-regarded medical universities in Europe and North America.

• Medical schools in Europe and North America accept international students applications for Graduate Medicine Programmes.
• Every university is listed on the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) and MD degree qualifications are globally recognised.
• Students interested in graduate medicine programmes in Europe can apply to join undergraduate medicine programmes in the third year of 6-Year Undergraduate Medicine.
• Applications for 4-Year Graduate Medicine are currently open for places available for the following North American medical schools:
  • New Anglia University
  • University of Health Sciences Antigua
  • Saint James School of Medicine
  • Victoria University of Barbados

• Studying medicine in North America is an enriching graduate programme experience giving students the best in clinical rotations, diverse teaching support, and international alumni communities.
• Currently students can apply through Study Medicine Europe for Graduate Entry Medicine Programmes in North America in these Caribbean countries:
  • Anguilla
  • Antigua and Barbuda
  • St. Vincent and the Grenadines
  • Barbados

• Students applying to GEM programmes need to prepare themselves for a challenging, accelerated curriculum.
• Accordingly, candidates should know that they’re applying for highly competitive programmes that typically receive 2 to 3 times the number of applicants as longer, standard programmes.
• GEM is an intensive programme with global demand and students should be prepared for this.
• During every phase of programmes, students will be studying intense coursework — theoretical and clinical modules — over a shorter time period.
• Despite the rigorous GEM curricula, it’s still technically undergraduate and achievable, so students can transfer existing study skills and experience.
• Therefore comprehensive preparation and organisation, plus a study strategy like understanding your learning style and personal needs is essential.
• Nevertheless, students can also consider undergraduate programmes in both Europe and North America for equally high-calibre medicine courses and inclusive international student opportunities.

• All GEM coursework is structured into theoretical modules and clinical modules.
• Different regions may use their own terminology for theoretical studies and clinical studies:
  • Theoretical Modules
    • Europe typically refers to theoretical modules as Pre-Clinical Study
    • North America typically refers to theoretical modules as Basic Sciences
  • Clinical Modules
    • Europe typically refers to theoretical modules as Clinical Study
    • North America typically refers to clinical modules as Clinical Sciences
  • Some regions, such as Bulgaria, may also require a Clinical Internship and state exams for one year after Clinical Modules.
• In both Europe and North America, GEM programmes can be between four years and five years.
• Currently, Study Medicine Europe offers GEM programmes in North America that are all 4-Year Programmes:
  • New Anglia University
    • Duration: 4-Year Graduate Entry Programme
    • Structure: Two years of Basic Sciences, then two years of Clinical Sciences (Core Rotations and Elective Rotations)
  • University of Health Sciences Antigua
    • Duration: 4-Year Graduate Entry Programme
    • Structure: Two years of Basic Sciences, then two years of Clinical Sciences (Core Rotations and Elective Rotations)
  • Saint James School of Medicine
    • Duration: 4-Year Graduate Entry Programme
    • Structure: 16 months of Basic Sciences, then 80 weeks of Clinical Sciences (Core Rotations and Elective Rotations)
  • Victoria University of Barbados
    • Duration: 4-Year Graduate Entry Programme
    • Structure: Two years of Basic Sciences, then two years of Clinical Sciences (Core Rotations and Elective Rotations)

• Students studying abroad can be eligible for scholarships that help fund their GEM programme.
• These can be according to their region such as through their home country, academic performance, and related university opportunities.
• Each opportunity is according to the medical school and their funding frameworks for supporting students.
• UK students including those studying programmes in the UK can apply for a range of medical school funding.
• For example, these UK student funding options for GEM may cover:
  • Government tuition fee loans
  • Means-tested maintenance loans
  • Government grants
  • NHS bursary or NHS-funded degree
  • University scholarships for UK colleges or medical schools
• Students can refer to SME’s Financial Aid pages regarding Scholarships & Bursaries and Student Loans & Grants for more information.

• Applying for Graduate Entry Medicine Programmes requires thorough planning to find the right medical school and preparing required applications documents.
• Above all, students should get to know each university’s annual intakes as GEM programme intakes vary throughout the year.
• For example, universities may have one through to four annual intakes, though this varies between Europe and North America.
• The best time to apply for GEM is at least six months before the programme begins; for example, this means applying in June for a January intake the following year.
• Students applying in the UK for UK medical schools should note that the UCAS deadline for medicine is mid-October.
• Currently, North American medical schools have three annual intakes for their GEM pathways: January, May, and September.

• SME is the go-to choice for professional and knowledgeable medical student services to Study Medicine Europe and North America.
• We’re the official partner for leading universities across Europe and North America including medical schools in over 10 countries.
• Whether it’s our diverse, supportive team or our local personnel worldwide, we make the international student experience simple and exciting.
• Our personalised, round-the-clock services have been developed and refined with thousands of medical school students — from application through to graduation and international medical practice.
• Over 15 years of medical student recruitment in the UK, Ireland, Australia, Canada, the U.S., India, and China has made us the number-one choice for finding, applying, and succeeding with preferred universities.

How do we achieve application success for students in sought-after Graduate Entry programmes in Greece, Bulgaria, Georgia, Serbia, Romania, Armenia, and the Caribbean? Our welcoming and effective process for applications has been perfected through official university partnerships, an extensive application and relocation team, and a dedicated ongoing support team based near every university and in our head offices.

The SME Process for Applying to Graduate Entry Medicine Programmes

1. Contact our team via our website, email, phone, or social media — We’re available 24/7 to answer questions, send information packs, and meet you where you are.
2. Tell us about your medical school goals, education history, and preferences for international study — We’ll discuss our programmes with you and devise a shortlist that’s just right for you.
3. Let us collaborate with you to apply to schools that match your needs — We’ll take care of preparing your documents including legalisation, translation, and in-person application submission, then keep you updated with live application tracking.
4. Now we’ll support you to meet entry requirements — Our academic teams will help you prepare for any entry exams and give you access to online learning portals for your GEM programme.
5. It’s time to get ready for relocation — You’re officially accepted and have received your letter of offer! SME ensures you meet all the checklists for student and resident visas, plus planning flights and organising your local welcome party. You just need to pack and prepare for international student life.
6. We’re on-hand to make setting-up straightforward and stress-free — Touch down! You’ve arrived in your new home country! Our local country team will bring you to where you’re staying, help connect you with rental properties, sort out your phone and bank account, introduce you to your professors, and finalise any visas and IDs. You get to enjoy your first days and make friends without a worry before classes start.
7. Keeping you on-track while you’re studying and after you graduate — For every year of your programme, you’ll have SME support on-hand whichever way you like — in-country and digitally. We’ll answer your questions, help you with ongoing academic support and tuition should you need it, and our emergency services are always ready. Before and after graduation, we’ll link you up with career fairs, work experience, and alumni networks to bring your dreams to life!

Ready to start applying? Find out about our Graduate Entry Medicine Programmes now!