Three Counties Medical School Worcester
Worcester, UKWorcester, UKGMC RecognisedThree Counties Medical School Worcester
Three Counties Medical School at the University of Worcester is one of the UK's newest and most accessible medical schools, designed to address doctor shortages across Worcestershire, Herefordshire, and Gloucestershire. ABB entry grades make it very accessible.
Annual Tuition
£9,250/year
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About Three Counties Medical School Worcester
Three Counties Medical School at the University of Worcester is one of England's newest medical schools (first intake 2023), specifically designed to serve Herefordshire, Worcestershire, and Gloucestershire — three rural English counties with significant doctor shortages. The five-year MBChB programme trains students at Worcestershire Royal Hospital, Hereford County Hospital, Gloucester Royal Hospital, and extensive community placements across the three counties. The curriculum heavily emphasises rural and community medicine, primary care, and preparation for general practice.
Worcester is a historic cathedral city on the River Severn with affordable living and Malvern Hills access. For UK students passionate about rural general practice and community medicine in the English countryside, Three Counties offers a uniquely targeted medical education in one of the most beautiful parts of central England.
Programmes Offered
Key Highlights
Addresses Three Counties doctor shortage
ABB accessible entry grades
Worcestershire NHS training
Beautiful Malvern Hills setting
Entry Requirements
Academic Requirements
UCAT, ABB A-levels, interview
Student Accommodation
University of Worcester student village accommodation
Three Counties Medical School Worcester vs UK Medical Schools
| Factor | Three Counties Medical School Worcester | 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 — Three Counties Medical School Worcester
| 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 Three Counties Medical School Worcester | 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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