Medicine

Why Study Medicine at Aberdeen?

• We are ranked 1st in the UK for Medicine in the Guardian University Guide 2025 rankings.
• A state-of-the-art anatomy facility designed and built to fit perfectly with the systems-based medical curriculum.
• Early patient contact - You will work with our Patient Partners right from the very start of the programme and clinical attachments begin in year 1.
• The Clinical Skills Centre provides modern facilities with the latest simulation technology designed to assist in delivery of clinical teaching and skills in a safe and supported environment.
• The Medical Humanities SSC in year 3 gives you an opportunity to acquire an alternative take on medicine and/or health, sickness or disability, which is not provided by the mainstream medical curriculum.
• The 8-week elective project in year 5 allows you the opportunity to be completely independent in deciding where in the world you would like to go to study any aspect of medicine of particular interest.
• Placements in the remote and rural areas of Northern Scotland provide our students with fantastic unique opportunities to experience healthcare in a variety of rural settings.
• Medical students have the opportunity to enhance their skills and knowledge by undertake a one year intercalated Honours degree in Medical Science or Medical Humanities.
• The MBChB programme's 'Culture of Care' has been highly rated externally. The General Medical Council were impressed by the "enthusiasm & commitment of the staff", "students' enthusiasm & loyalty to the school" and the excellent student support.