Barts and The London
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Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry is a historic East London medical school now part of Queen Mary University of London. Clinical training at Barts Health NHS Trust — the largest NHS trust — provides unrivalled exposure to East London's diverse communities.
Annual Tuition
£9,250/year
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About Barts and The London
Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry (part of Queen Mary University of London) encompasses St Bartholomew's Hospital — the oldest hospital in England still on its original site (founded 1123). The five-year MBBS programme trains students at the Royal London Hospital (one of London's largest and busiest, with a major trauma centre), St Bartholomew's Hospital (Europe's leading cardiac centre), Whipps Cross Hospital, and Newham University Hospital. The school's location in Tower Hamlets (one of London's most diverse boroughs) provides exposure to the full spectrum of urban health challenges — health inequalities, infectious disease, and multicultural medicine.
Research flagships include the William Harvey Research Institute (cardiovascular pharmacology), the Wolfson Institute of Population Health (preventive medicine), and the Blizard Institute (cell biology and immunology). The Whitechapel campus has been extensively modernised. For UK students, Barts offers London medical training with a social mission, emphasis on health equity, and clinical exposure across East London's diverse communities.
Programmes Offered
Key Highlights
UK's largest NHS Trust training
Historic Barts foundation (1123)
East London diversity
Innovative curriculum
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
UCAT, AAA A-levels (Chemistry + Biology), interview
Student Accommodation
QMUL halls in Mile End; East London accommodation available
Scholarships Available
Barts and The London offers scholarship opportunities for international students. Contact Medicine Clearing to learn about current funding options for your intake year.
Barts and The London vs UK Medical Schools
| Factor | Barts and The London | UK Medical Schools |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition (Annual) | £9,250/year | £9,250/year |
| Duration | 5 years | 5 years |
| UCAT Required | Yes / Equivalent | Yes (33 schools) |
| Teaching Language | English | English |
| Acceptance Rate | Higher — focused entrance criteria | ~8% average |
| GMC Pathway | PLAB/UKMLA → Full Registration | Direct Registration |
| Gap Year Risk | None — rolling admissions | High — 12-month UCAS cycle |
| NHS Eligibility | Yes — after UKMLA | Yes — direct |
Application Timeline — Barts and The London
| Step | Phase | Timeframe |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Free Strategy Consultation | Week 1 |
| 2 | Eligibility Assessment & University Match | Week 1 |
| 3 | Document Preparation & Personal Statement | Weeks 1-2 |
| 4 | Application Submission to Barts and The London | Weeks 2-3 |
| 5 | Entrance Exam / Interview Preparation | Weeks 3-4 |
| 6 | Offer Confirmation | Weeks 4-5 |
| 7 | Visa Processing & Accommodation | Weeks 5-7 |
| 8 | Pre-departure Briefing & Arrival Support | Weeks 7-8 |
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