Who should take an “Access to Medicine” course, and when will it be offered in Sussex?
Access to Medicine courses are an effective way for mature entrants who lack either a sufficient academic record or an adequate knowledge of Biology and Chemistry to gain a qualification acceptable for entry into medical school. A pass at distinction level is normally required. We advise those considering the Access entry route to investigate carefully the success record of the courses to which they apply. There are now an increasing number of Access to Medicine courses preparing mature students lacking the standard qualifications to enter medicine. Successful courses are likely to have selective entry policies, to require intensive full-time commitment to study and to have a differentiated outcome (e.g. a pass with distinction or a percentage mark). A Sussex-based Access to Medicine course has been developed by Sussex Downs College, Lewes, in partnership with BSMS. This course offers the possibility of linked BSMS places for appropriate candidates. The curriculum includes Biology to A
