Medicine
- Number of students per year: 11
- Typical offer: A*A*A or equivalent; we accept a wide range of other qualifications
- Essential subjects: Chemistry plus two other science or mathematics subjects from Mathematics, Biology, Physics or Further Mathematics
- Useful subjects: Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Further Mathematics
At Jesus College we provide a supportive and challenging intellectual environment for our Medical students.
The College has first rate study facilities, such as the Quincentenary Library, which has an excellent collection of textbooks and resources related to the Medical and Veterinary course. There are also two rooms dedicated to Medical and Veterinary teaching and meetings in the new West Court building.
We have a Fellow teaching in most of the core subjects:
- Professor Kathryn Lilley, Biochemistry
- Drs Matthew Harper and Dr Steve Hladky, Pharmacology
- Dr Sybil Stacpoole, Neuroscience
- Dr Jim Ajioka, Pathology
- Dr Ramsay Bowden, Genetics
- Dr Andrew Grant, Veterinary Medicine
Other high profile medical Fellows in the College include Professor Sir Bruce Ponder, Professor Alastair Compston, and Professor John Danesh.
Our clinical students are also an important part of Medicine at Jesus, providing both teaching and mentoring for undergraduates.
Our medical students go on to a variety of positions within the NHS, public health organisations, and private practice. Graduates have gone on to do everything from general practice to working at the World Health Organisation.
Medical and Veterinary Society
The student run Medical and Veterinary Society supports students through their six years of study. The Society organises both social and professional events.
Around twice a term the Society invites speakers to talk and have informal discussions about their speciality and career path. Recent speakers include Dr Pixie McKenna from Embarrassing Bodies and Dr David Maxwell, respiratory consultant, Olympic silver medallist in rowing, and Jesuan.
Requirements
Our typical offer is for A*A*A at A-Level or equivalent. If you are taking four relevant A-Levels you may be asked for A*A*AA or A*A*AB. We will usually require you to achieve an A* in Chemistry.
Our Medical and Veterinary course requires a solid grounding in science because the first three years are taught as Natural Science. You should have an A-Level or International Baccalaureate Higher in Chemistry, in combination with two other science or mathematics subjects from Mathematics, Biology, Physics or Further Mathematics.
Preparation
It's important that you understand what it means to be a doctor and what the profession demands. We like to see that you've had some work experience, for example volunteering at a care home or special needs facility, a GP practice, or as a hospital assistant.
Written test
All applicants to study Medicine must sit the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) at an authorised assessment centre. You must register in advance to sit the UCAT, and the deadline for registration is 19 September 2024. You must have taken the UCAT by 26 September 2024.
Please note that the registration process, including deadlines and test locations, is different from previous years.
Interviews
In 2024-25, we’ll be interviewing shortlisted applicants virtually, with interviews taking place in December.
The interview process aims to assess your intellectual ability, potential, and commitment to the subject. Candidates are typically interviewed by at least three subject specialists, including the Director of Studies, and total contact time will be between 35-50 minutes in total. This could be in a single interview, or in separate interviews. Further details will be made available to candidates closer to the time.
Find out more about the interview process on the University website.
Written work
You don't need to submit any written work.
International applicants
We mostly refer to A-Levels and the International Baccalaureate for our entry requirements, but we accept a wide variety of qualifications from all over the world. The University website lists the international qualifications we accept. We expect students to be on track to achieve the highest grades in whichever qualification system they are studying.
Deferred and post A-Level entry
We're happy to consider applications for either immediate or deferred entry in Medicine or Veterinary Medicine, or from post qualification applicants. We also welcome applications from mature students.
Find out how to apply to study at Jesus.
