MMedSci Medical Education

Postgraduate Entry Requirements: For admission into postgraduate programs at the University of Nottingham, international students are generally required to meet the following criteria:

• Academic Qualifications: Students should have completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent with a minimum of 60% or above in their country's grading system. The specific entry requirements may vary depending on the chosen program of study. Some programs may have additional subject-specific requirements or prerequisite knowledge.

• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 90, with at least 17 in Listening, 17 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 18 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 72 with no individual score below 65.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Scholarships for International Students at the University of Nottingham:

1. International Excellence Scholarship: The University of Nottingham offers the International Excellence Scholarship to high-achieving international students. This scholarship is merit-based and provides a tuition fee reduction of up to £4,000 for postgraduate students.
2. Developing Solutions Scholarships: The Developing Solutions Scholarships are targeted at students from developing countries. These scholarships cover full tuition fees and provide additional support for living expenses. The aim of these scholarships is to empower students from disadvantaged backgrounds and enable them to make a positive impact in their home countries.
3. Sports Scholarships: The university recognizes the importance of sports and offers Sports Scholarships to exceptional athletes. These scholarships provide financial support to talented sportsmen and sportswomen, helping them balance their sporting commitments with their academic studies.
4. Nottingham Global Scholarships: The Nottingham Global Scholarships are awarded to outstanding international students across various academic disciplines. These scholarships provide financial assistance in the form of a tuition fee reduction.
5. Research Scholarships: The University of Nottingham offers a range of scholarships specifically for international students pursuing research degrees (Ph.D. or MRes). These scholarships provide funding to cover tuition fees and living expenses, allowing students to focus on their research projects.
6. Country-Specific Scholarships: The university also offers scholarships specifically tailored to students from certain countries. These scholarships may be based on academic merit, leadership potential, or specific criteria defined by the sponsoring organizations or governments.
7. Alumni Scholarships: The University of Nottingham values its alumni and offers scholarships exclusively for students who have completed a previous degree at the university. These scholarships provide financial support for further studies at the university.

It's important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.

Graduates of the MMedSci Medical Education program from the University of Nottingham are well-prepared to pursue diverse and impactful career paths.

1. Medical Educator: Graduates can work as medical educators, teaching medical students, residents, and healthcare professionals in academic and clinical settings.

2. Curriculum Developer: Equipped with curriculum design skills, graduates can contribute to the development of medical education programs and materials.

3. Clinical Skills Trainer: Graduates can work as trainers, teaching clinical skills and procedures to medical students and healthcare practitioners.

4. Medical Education Coordinator: Graduates can coordinate and manage medical education programs within healthcare institutions.

5. Medical Education Researcher: Graduates can pursue research roles, investigating effective teaching methods, learning outcomes, and medical education strategies.

6. Medical Education Consultant: Graduates can offer consultancy services to medical institutions, advising on best practices in medical education.

7. Academic Leadership: Graduates can assume leadership roles in medical education departments or medical schools.