Start the journey towards becoming a medical doctor – in Abu Dhabi, London or online.
illuminare Medical Education has the pathways and partnerships to empower you to pursue the dream of becoming a doctor. Our foundation course provides a direct route to medical school and University.
About Us
Our mission is to help aspiring international students become doctors, by informing, guiding and supporting them through the whole process.
Our partnerships with global education providers puts us in the perfect position to do so.
Even you do not have the grades for direct access to a Medical School place, our Medical Foundation route offers a fantastic solution.
Study with us in Abu Dhabi, London or online and we will guide your progression to Medical School.
How it works
Our innovative Medical Foundation Programme is designed for international students wishing to progress to medicine, dentistry, pharmacy and life science undergraduate degrees, including biomedical sciences and pharmacology.
Successful completion offers a direct pathway to medical degrees and related programmes in the UK, Europe and the Caribbean.
To progress to medical or dentistry schools you will also need to pass an interview.
We prepare you for this with extensive practice and ‘mock’ interviews as well as advice on course choices and your university application.
The Medical Foundation Programme has been developed with an understanding of the academic requirements of medical and dental schools as well as the skills you will need for your medical studies.
It also offers you the opportunity to conduct your own projects, using the research skills required at university.
Progression to the following medical schools is currently available:
- University of Buckingham Medical School
- UCLan Medical School
- The Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI)
- St. George’s University in Grenada,
- The University of Nicosia Medical School
- The University of Cyprus
- The Sarajevo School of Science & Technology
- RCSI & UCD MalaysiaCampus (RUMC)
- The Medical University of the Americas (MUA)
What you will study
English Skills Modules
- Academic English
Academic Subject Modules
- Genes, Cells & Development
- Atoms, Molecules & Reactions
- Measurements in Life Sciences
- Medicine, Disease & Society
- Tissues, Systems & Regulation
- Periodic & Organic Chemistry
- Investigation in Biomedicine
Requirements
Completion of High School in your country with good grades (Maths & Chemistry & Biology) or 4 relevant IGCSEs at Grade C (4). Specific academic entry requirements for your country can be found on our Entry Requirements Page.
Students also require an English level equivalent to 6.0 in IELTS.
Pre-sessional English courses are available for students who do not have the required English level – see our Pre-sessional English Programme page for details.
Learn more about our University Partners
