PREPARE FOR YOUR MEDICINE STUDIES: JORDANIAN APPLICANTS INVITED TO STUDY MEDICINE INTENATIONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAMME.
The Abbey DLD Group of Colleges offer a specialist academic preparation programme for students who plan to study at top Medical Schools including The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland.
All aspiring medic students will follow our specially designed Medicine International Foundation Programme at our Cambridge or Manchester colleges to ensure they are prepared in every aspect required for a successful medicine application. We are experienced in preparing students from a wide range of backgrounds to progress to a Medicine degree.
We are currently accepting applications from ambitious Jordanian students looking to start their UK studies in September 2024.
Key Application Information
Age on Entry: 17 – 21 Years
International Student’s Tuition Fees: £23,900 – £25,100
Boarding Fees: £16,300 – £31,300
Host Family Accommodations: £12,000-£18,100
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Why Study an International Foundation Programme?
- Intensive one-year Programme. Focus on the subject area that you want to study at university
- High standard teaching provided by experienced teachers in small classes
- Students Progress to top UK Universities: In 2023 over 50% of graduates joined a top 50 ranked university, nearly 40% joined a prestigious Russell Group University
- One of the few UK Foundation Programmes that offers progression to study Medicine. Options to progress to Universities in the US and Europe
Learn More about the Abbey DLD Group of Colleges and our International Foundation Programme
Why Study the Medicine International Foundation Programme?
- Carefully designed medicine preparation curriculum
- Specialist support in securing work experience
- Medicine degree application support
- BMAT and UCAT preparation support
- Interview preparation support
- Additional English support
- Weekly Medicine Preparation Club
| Programme | Five-Year Track (Exempt from Foundation Programme) | Six Year Track |
International Foundation Programme- Biomedicine & Science Pathway (Abbey College Cambridge & Abbey College Manchester) | Minimum Overall average score of 80% to include 75% in Chemistry and no other individual module score less than 70%. | Minimum Overall average score of 70% to include 70% in Chemistry and no other individual module score less than 60%. |
Entry requirement from the International Foundation Programme, taken from the RCSI website (https://www.rcsi.com/).
Our Medicine pathway is accepted by the medical schools of Aston University, Brunel University, the University of Buckingham, the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), the University of Nicosia, St George’s University Grenada, Queen Mary University of London (Malta campus), the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI), and the American University of Antigua.
MEDICINE MODULES & ASSESSMENT
Our International Foundation Programme (IFP) is an intensive Year 13 one year academic programme that offers international students direct entry to a wide range of UK universities.
Successful completion of our Medicine pathway opens up progression opportunities to study Medicine at a range of universities both in the UK and overseas. Students need to have previously completed one year of level 3 study in Biology to be eligible for the Medicine pathway.
Medicine Programme Modules
Abbey College Cambridge
| Module 1 | Module 2 | Module 3 | Module 4 |
| Biology | Biomedicine | Chemistry | Mathematics for Medicine |
Abbey College Manchester
| Module 1 | Module 2 | Module 3 |
| Biology | Chemistry | Advanced Mathematics or Physics |
Assessment
The programme is assessed by examinations held at three points throughout the year; in December, March/April, and June. Students have the opportunity to resit up to two modules in the summer months.
MEDICINE ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
In order to be considered for a place on our International Foundation Programme Medicine pathway, students need to meet the following entry requirements.
| Abbey College Cambridge | Abbey College Manchester | |
| Age | 17+ years | 17+ years |
| Academic Requirements | 5 GCSE passes at Grade C (or local equivalent). Previous study of Biology at Level 3 | A review of students academic grades. Previous study of Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics or Physics at Level 3 |
| English Requirements | Minimum IELTS 6.5 | Minimum IELTS 6.5 |
MEDICINE PROGRESSION ROUTES
Alongside the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, our International Foundation Programme offers progression routes to a range of universities in the UK and Europe.
Medicine Progression Routes
| University | Qualification | Academic Entry Requirements | English Language Requirements | Available from |
| Aston University | MBBS | 75% Overall with 70% or above in Chemistry & Biology UCAT required Need to pass an interview | IELTS 7.5 Overall | Abbey College Cambridge Abbey College Manchester |
| University of Central Lancashire UCLAN) | MBBS | 70% Overall UCAT not required | IELTS 7.0 | Abbey College Cambridge |
| University of Nicosia (Cyprus) | MD | 70% Overall, with no less than 70% in each module plus high school leaving certificate from home country | IELTS 6.5 Overall 6.5 in Writing, no less than 6.0 in other components | Abbey College Cambridge Abbey College Manchester |
| Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) | MB, BCh, BAO (Hons) | 5 Year Programme: 80% Overall with 75% in Chemistry, no module less than 70% 6 Year Programme: 70% Overall with 70% in Chemistry, no module less than 60% | IELTS 6.5 Overall | Abbey College Cambridge Abbey College Manchester |
| St George’s University School of Medicine, Grenada | MBBS or MD | 75% Overall with 70% in Biology and Chemistry | IELTS 7.0 Overall | Abbey College CambridgeAbbey College Manchester |
Alternative Progression Routes
In addition to Medicine, this programme also offers progression to a wide range of university courses including:
| Biomedicine | Sports Science |
| Biochemistry | Nutrition |
| Biological Sciences | Optometry |
| Pharmacy | Chemistry |
As an example of alternative progression, Aston University accepts successful completion of the International Foundation Programme Medicine for progression onto its BSc (Hons) Biochemistry, Biological Sciences and Biomedical Sciences undergraduate courses.
Living at Abbey DLD
We know how important it is to have a place to call your own whilst you study, and that is why we have invested to provide our students with some of the best quality accommodation found at any UK boarding school.
Our student bedrooms are designed to offer a quiet haven where students can relax and study. We offer a range of different room options, but all come with features such as Wi-Fi, study desks, and ample clothes and belongings storage as standard.
Outside of your room, we offer communal areas to meet with friends, socialise and study. Our common rooms feature well-equipped kitchens, lounges, and games facilities.
Our live-in house parents provide 24/7 support and care to students, making sure that they feel well cared for, make friends, and keep on track in their studies. All our boarding houses are secure buildings, with controlled access, on-site security, and CCTV.
Our boarding facilities maintain their availability during the periods of half terms and Easter, with scheduled closures occurring only during the Christmas and Summer holidays. Moreover, it is important to note that, for our boarders, the presence of an educational guardian is not obligatory. All of our accommodation, with the exception of twin rooms, feature single en-suite facilities.
MEDICINE STUDENT SUCCESS: FARBOD
Course: International Foundation Programme, 82% Overall Score
Destination: Medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
‘I am now studying second-year medicine at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, which is according to my professors the hardest year in my five-year journey but thankfully I have been doing well so far. I’m also the educational officer of the Plastic Surgery Society and running for student union presidency next year.
I truly believe that there is only one reason for my success and my courage to try new things and that is all because of the brilliant education provided for me. Having teachers during my time at Abbey always gave me a chance to try new things and apply for various roles at college, and with all those experiences I now have the courage to try new things without having a fear of failure because the college taught me that failure is part of my journey to success.
More importantly, the main reason that now I can study my dream course is because of all your thoughtful advice about my academic pathway which got me where I am right now. The college also advised me to choose Ireland, Dublin is a great and beautiful city with lovely and friendly people.
My first year in university was far more challenging than I expected, but I have settled down in university and found my own suitable study technique. The proud look in my parents’ eyes is all because of the college’s kindness and support.’
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Note*: Our three colleges deliver outstanding educational and residential experiences for students aged 13 to 21. Our expertise lies in preparing students for university through a variety of courses such as the International Foundation Programme. We do not provide university-level undergraduate or postgraduate education.
