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School of Medicine

At the School of Medicine we are dedicated to excellence in medical research and education. Our high-impact research has had real influence in areas recognised as critical global challenges, and our interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning means we have an international reputation for helping develop the brightest and best into the healthcare professionals of tomorrow.

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Undergraduate

The beginning of an exciting journey into the medical profession. Learn from leading healthcare professionals with a curriculum underpinned by clinical excellence and world leading research.

Masters

Our Masters courses are designed to enhance and refine the focussed skills and areas of knowledge you’ll need for professional specialisation.

Research degrees

Engage in research across a wide range of disciplines and help us push the boundaries of knowledge in new and exciting ways.

Intercalation

Intercalation offers today's medical students a significant opportunity for self-development and investment in a future career.

Here at Leeds we pride ourselves on our dynamic and innovative clinical and academic educational portfolio. We offer a range of education, research and training opportunities in world-class facilities. Leeds is a great place to study and we welcome students from across the globe to study with us.

Professor Mark Kearney, Dean of Medicine

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The School of Medicine delivers a broad research agenda, including basic discovery science through to applied health research aiming to make a significant difference in improving health and reducing health inequalities. We provide a varied portfolio of undergraduate (MBChB and intercalated), taught, and research postgraduate student education. With over 1200 academic, clinical, technical and support staff, the School has an annual income of over £90M.

Top 100

World top 100 university

QS World Rankings 2019

ASPIRE Award

Five time international winners

Awarded by the Association for Medical Education in Europe

3rd

for student experience as the University of Leeds

Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2018

Research and innovation

At the School of Medicine we have a reputation for conducting high-impact research that has real-world impact, improving peoples' lives as we search for solutions to the world's healthcare challenges. Our six institutes are home to leading researchers in their fields, as recognised by the latest Research Excellence Framework results which see us placed 10th for research power with over 80% of our research considered "world-leading" or "internationally excellent".

Equality and Inclusion

The School of Medicine is committed to creating an inclusive working environment for all our staff and students.

The Faculty Equality and Inclusion committee meets termly and is chaired by the Dean of the Faculty, Professor Paul Stewart. The faculty committee works closely with the University Equality Policy Unit to promote the University Equality Objectives.

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Our facilities

Recent investments include a £41m refurbishment of the medical school building and teaching facilities. We're committed to continuing investment in our School's outstanding teaching, learning and research facilities, ensuring that you benefit from state-of-the-art equipment and the latest technological advancements.