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    Medical science is the study of human health. It’s a subject that examines the biological evidence behind contemporary medicine and treatment, as well as researching future cures.

    As a medical sciences student, you’ll develop a detailed understanding of how a healthy human body should work. You’ll look at how disease and trauma can threaten the body, and at how medical issues can be resolved.

    Disease prevalence, medical treatment, and healthcare systems vary widely throughout the world. By studying medical sciences abroad, you’ll see the field through a global lens, providing you with a broader and more comprehensive understanding. Alongside improving your knowledge, you’ll travel the world, meet international experts, and forge fantastic friendships.

    Medical sciences program structure

    Medical sciences can be studied at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. A bachelor’s in medical sciences will take between three and four years to complete, depending on the university. You can also choose to study medical sciences as a master’s or PhD, and these take one to two years and four to seven years respectively.

    It’s important to remember that none of the above programs will qualify you to practice medicine. However, they can open doors to plenty of careers, as well as postgraduate degrees in medicine, dentistry, veterinary practice, and physiotherapy.

    Medical sciences programs are usually taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and practical lab sessions. Some programs will also require you to complete work-based learning in local hospitals. The assessment of most programs includes written exams, coursework, reports, presentations, and, sometimes, clinical examinations.

    The modules that you’ll study as part of your program will depend on the university you choose to attend. Although they’ll vary between institutions, here are some of the topics you can expect to encounter:

    • Fundamental skills of medical scientists
    • Human cells
    • Anatomy and physiology
    • Principles of medical science research
    • Introduction to clinical practice
    • Genetics and evolution
    • Biochemistry
    Medical sciences program structure

    Medical sciences can be studied at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. A bachelor’s in medical sciences will take between three and four years to complete, depending on the university. You can also choose to study medical sciences as a master’s or PhD, and these take one to two years and four to seven years respectively.

    It’s important to remember that none of the above programs will qualify you to practice medicine. However, they can open doors to plenty of careers, as well as postgraduate degrees in medicine, dentistry, veterinary practice, and physiotherapy.

    Medical sciences programs are usually taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and practical lab sessions. Some programs will also require you to complete work-based learning in local hospitals. The assessment of most programs includes written exams, coursework, reports, presentations, and, sometimes, clinical examinations.

    The modules that you’ll study as part of your program will depend on the university you choose to attend. Although they’ll vary between institutions, here are some of the topics you can expect to encounter:

    • Fundamental skills of medical scientists
    • Human cells
    • Anatomy and physiology
    • Principles of medical science research
    • Introduction to clinical practice
    • Genetics and evolution
    • Biochemistry

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    Medical sciences study abroad programs

    Medical sciences undergraduate programs

    Bachelor's in medical sciences

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      Applied Medical Sciences - BSc (Hons) Ulster University, UK
      • Online
      • Part-time

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      20,031 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 14,480 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Chemistry (Medical Sciences) - BSc (Hons) Lakehead University, Canada

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      4 years
      Annual tuition fee
      18,873 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 23,604 CAD

      Start date
      September
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      Medical Science - BMedSc University of Newcastle, Australia

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      51,706 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 66,855 AUD

      Start date
      September, July, February
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      Medical Science - BMedSc Central Queensland University, Australia

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      22,905 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 29,616 AUD

      Start date
      November, July, March
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      Medical Sciences (Accelerated degree) - BSc (Hons) London Metropolitan University, UK

      Program type
      Bachelor's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      21,815 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 15,770 GBP

      Start date
      September
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    Associate in medical sciences

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      Emergency Medical Science - AASc St. Charles Community College, USA

      Program type
      Associate
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      5,520 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 5,520 USD

      Start date
      August, January
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    Medical sciences graduate programs

    Master's in medical sciences

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      Colonoscopy - MSc University of Hull, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      18 months
      Annual tuition fee
      22,964 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,600 GBP

      Start date
      September, January
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      Medical Science (Anatomical Sciences) - MMedSci Keele University, UK

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      1 year
      Annual tuition fee
      23,240 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 16,800 GBP

      Start date
      September
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      Medical Science (Anatomy) - MMS MAHSA University, Malaysia

      Program type
      Master's
      Duration
      2 years
      Annual tuition fee
      6,300 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 6,300 USD

      Start date
      April, January
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      Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine (Joint Medical Program) - Dual MD/BMedSc University of Newcastle, Australia

      Program type
      Master's/Bachelor's
      Duration
      5 years
      Annual tuition fee
      52,235 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 67,540 AUD

      Start date
      February, September, July
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    Doctorate in medical sciences

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      Medical Science - PhD University of Nicosia, Cyprus

      Program type
      Doctorate
      Duration
      3 years
      Annual tuition fee
      5,392 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 4,500 EUR

      Start date
      September, June, February
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    Pathway in medical sciences

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      Health and Medical Sciences, Pre-Masters - PGP University of Surrey, UK

      Program type
      Postgraduate pathway
      Duration
      6 months
      Annual tuition fee
      17,292 USD

      Fee in university's local currency 12,500 GBP

      Start date
      September, February
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    Future medical sciences careers

    A degree in medical sciences is an excellent stepping stone to employment and further study. You’ll graduate with the research, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills desired by employers across a range of health-related fields. Medical science graduates typically go on to work as a:

    • Biomedical scientist
    • Veterinarian
    • Doctor
    • Medical research scientist
    • Toxicologist
    • Dentist
    • Medical sales representative
    • Medical journalist

    Bear in mind that many of the listed roles will require a postgraduate qualification in medical practice. If you’re unsure about how to pursue a particular path, your university’s careers service should be able to support you with advice and guidance.