What University degree is required to study medicine?

Answer 1

You don't really need a degree to study medicine IF you meet the requirements set by that school. These are fairly universal, but there can be slight variations in the list.

A degree is usually advised, but there are several 6 year programs (Texas A&M) where the first two are spent doing the pre-requisites, and the last four are in medical school. These are incredibly competitive programs that only accept those students that would get into medical school anyway. Most schools do like to see a degree though, and it might be harder to explain why you don't have one. Other than the pre-requisites, medical schools don't really care what your degree is in. They take into consideration why you studied what you did, the difficulty of the course work, and how you did.

Many people tend to focus on the sciences because that's what most of the pre-requisites are in, but don't let that deter you from doing what you want. If you want to study a language, art, government, or theater, then do it. College is your chance to explore and do what you want.

Getting into medical school generally requires good grades, decent MCAT scores*, and the ability to be a real person. You don't need to make straight A's either. Medical schools tend to look for upward curves in grades and just want to know if you can handle the coursework. This doesn't mean you can slack. During interviews, I've been asked over and over again about some "rough spots" in my academic history. I hold a B+ to A range GPA, but as long as you can explain it, it's not a terribly huge deal.

Other things that help are research, volunteering, sports, and extra curricular activities. Do what you're passionate about, and you won't have a problem.

*This is also not true in all cases. Some special programs that guarantee entry into medical school from undergraduate do not require you to take the MCAT (i.e. St. Louis University).

Answer 2

None in particular. Much depends on: (1) Placement on the MCAT, and (2) how well you interview. Certain science, math, etc. requirements are stipulated but, again, those can be set aside if your "mentor" appeals to the admissions board based on your MCAT, aptitude, etc. There are also those who feel that $$$, €€€, societal prestige, etc. play a more important part in the admission process. I suspect that may be true in some cases.

Answer 3

Research some of the universities, generally they prefer you to have a-levels than BTECs but you may be able to find somewhere that will offer you a place. I'd recommend getting some work experience within a doctors surgery or something similar to give you the best chance of getting a university place.

Answer 4

Usually a bachelor's degree majoring in *any* discipline is sufficient. Of course, the supporting science courses must be completed.
Here is an excellent website detailing the expectations of a major US Medical College:
http://www.medicine.uiowa.edu/Osac/admissions/Apply/apply_reqs.htm


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Answer 5

There's no prefered degree but biology or anatomy would make it easier for you. Plan on having pretty much straight A's for grades and do well on the MCAT exams. Those are more important than the major.

Answer 6

Microbiology,Biochemistry and Biology

Answer 7

BS PSYCHOLOGY..BS BOILOGY..BS ZOOLOGY