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Study medical sciences abroad
An in-depth guide to studying medical sciences as an international student.
Medical sciences degrees abroad
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
Types of medical sciences degrees
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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
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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20,121 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
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21,192 USD
Fee in university's local currency 26,500 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Medical Science - BMedSc (Hons) University of Auckland, New Zealand
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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30,992 USD
Fee in university's local currency 44,310 NZD
- Start date
- February
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Medical Science - BMedSc University of Newcastle, Australia
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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49,246 USD
Fee in university's local currency 66,855 AUD
- Start date
- February, July, September
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Medical Sciences (Accelerated degree) - BSc (Hons) London Metropolitan University, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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21,914 USD
Fee in university's local currency 15,770 GBP
- Start date
- September
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
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5,520 USD
Fee in university's local currency 5,520 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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
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23,067 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,600 GBP
- Start date
- January, September
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Medical Science (Anatomy) - MMS MAHSA University, Malaysia
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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6,300 USD
Fee in university's local currency 6,300 USD
- Start date
- January, April
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Medical Science / Doctor of Medicine (Joint Medical Program) - Dual BMedSc/MD University of Newcastle, Australia
- Program type
- Bachelor's/Master's
- Duration
- 5 years
- Annual tuition fee
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49,751 USD
Fee in university's local currency 67,540 AUD
- Start date
- February, July, September
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Medical Science: Anatomical Sciences - MMedSci Keele University, UK
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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27,514 USD
Fee in university's local currency 19,800 GBP
- Start date
- September
Doctorate in medical sciences
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Basic Medical Science - PhD University of South Alabama, USA
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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11,160 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,160 USD
- Start date
- August
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Medical Science - PhD University of Nicosia, Cyprus
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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5,343 USD
Fee in university's local currency 4,500 EUR
- Start date
- February, June, September
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
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17,370 USD
Fee in university's local currency 12,500 GBP
- Start date
- February, September
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.
