Medicine
Interested in becoming a doctor? We have lots of useful information about studying Medicine at Cardiff University to get you started.
Why study with us
Early patient contact
You will deal with real patients from as early as year one of our Medicine course
Excellent career prospects
100% of our medical students are in employment and/or further study six months after graduating
Admiral Business
We won this award in 2018 for our communications skills teaching
Courses
Entry year
Find out more about studying Medicine with us
Medicine is an incredible career. Challenging, exciting and rewarding are just some of the words I would use to describe it. You will have words of your own, I am sure, and the current situation reinforces the value of a well-trained healthcare workforce. Along with videos and talks from our academic staff, our online tour allows you to speak to current students from the School of Medicine, to find out exactly why they recommend starting your career as a doctor with Cardiff University School of Medicine.
Welcome to Cardiff University School of Medicine
Discover what it is like to study with us from Dr Sarju Patel.
Applying to medical school
Our recruitment manager shares some useful tips and guidance on how to apply to medical school.
Life as a Junior Doctor
Listen to a presentation from a former MBBCh graduate from Cardiff University, outlining what it is like to work as a junior doctor.
How will I learn?
Introduction to Case Based Learning (CBL)
Our CBL approach keeps patients right at the centre of your studies. Studying Medicine with us prepares you to work, and think, like a practising clinician from Year 1 of your degree.
Case Based Learning (CBL) in our medical school
Discover CBL's benefits and develop your understanding of what studying Medicine at Cardiff University is really like.
An introduction to the Clinical Skills and Simulation Centres
Full of modern, specialist equipment, our Clinical Skills and Simulation centres provide safe facilities for you to develop practical skills and gain valuable experience. We want you understand how to safely and calmly handle situations that arise, so that you are ready for your first day as a junior doctor.
Student Clinical Skills Testimonials
Find out from some of our current students how being able to practise has improved their confidence in developing their clinical skills.
Clinical Skills Centre Tour
Take a virtual tour of our Clinical Skills Centre.
Virtual Tour
Let one of our current students take you on a virtual tour of the fantastic facilities on the Heath Park Campus.
A flexible course
Our MBBCh Medicine programme, known as C21, offers you flexibility and choice, not just in how you apply but in where you plan to study.
Our Community and Rural Education Route (CARER) programme
One of your options while you study with us is our CARER programme, spending year three as part of a General Practice in west Wales.
Life as a Cardiff University medical student
We are proud of our medical students and genuinely believe we offer them the best experience possible. But don't take our word for it, let some of our students tell you more...
Studying at Cardiff University School of Medicine
What is it really like studying Medicine at Cardiff University? Let some of our current students tell you...
Why Medicine as a career?
Considering Medicine as a future career? Welsh Cardiff University medical students, graduates and doctors share their advice and experiences.
Life as a Cardiff Medical Student
Find out from some of our students what it is like to study medicine at Cardiff University.
No regrets!
Our graduates share their experiences of the time they spent at the University.
Having volunteered to do my SSA block in my final year, it was a tad overwhelming starting on the COVID wards here in Glan Clwyd hospital! I have to say though, the staff here have been so welcoming and I feel settled here already despite only being here for less than a week! So I have gone from feeling like I was learning to swim in deep water, to feeling part of a team of strong COVID fighters. I remind myself that whatever anxiety I may be feeling, it is nothing on the anxiety our patients feel battling this disease and in turn reminds me why I have chosen this incredible career. I am so proud to be entering the NHS at this unprecedented time and I am eternally grateful to Cardiff University for getting me here.
Explore Cardiff University
Our degree programme and other useful resources
Find out how the British Medical Association can help you become a doctor.
University Clinical Aptitude Test for Medicine and Dentistry (UCAT) 2023 – the UCAT is an admissions test used by a consortium of UK universities for entry to their medical and dental degree programmes.
School of Medicine Undergraduate Degree Programmes 2026
School of Medicine Undergraduate Degree Programmes 2026
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Routes into Medicine
Which route into medicine is right for you and how long will it take?
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Passport to Medicine
What must I do to become a medical student?
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Thinking about applying to Medicine?
Resources for prospective students.
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Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre
A modern facility where students can develop practical skills and gain valuable experience.
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Intercalation
What is it? and why should I do it?
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Why Study in Wales
Information on why studying with us is right for you.
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CARER - Community and Rural Education Route
You have the chance to be part of the CARER programme.
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Application, Admissions and Scoring Process
Full details of our application, admissions and scoring process.
Medical Pharmacology
Medical Pharmacology is the study of how drugs and medicines work.
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Next steps
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