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Medical Schools Council

The Medical Schools Council represents UK medical schools, and it publishes guidance that applicants use on entry requirements and relevant experience.

Updated 19 October 2026 (1 minute read)

Summary

Sources

  1. Medical Schools Councilmedschools.ac.uk/…/about-us
  2. Medical Schools Councilmedschools.ac.uk/…/entry-requirements
  3. Medical Schools Councilmedschools.ac.uk/…/guidance-on-relevant-work-experience
  4. Medical Schools Councilmedschools.ac.uk/…/interviews

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