University of Sussex

Internal medicine

University of Sussex

Course overview

The MSc in Internal Medicine delivers advanced clinical and scientific training for medical trainees aiming to specialise in internal medicine. The programme covers topics such as intensive care medicine, autoimmunity, infectious disease, frailty, maternal medicine, and professional modules on leadership, teaching, and research methods.

Assessment is through written assignments, clinical case analyses, module exams, and a 60-credit dissertation or research project that enables students to explore an area of internal medicine in depth.

Entry requirements

Candidates are required to submit a personal statement in which they discuss their reasons for applying to the course and other relevant information regarding their studies. An academic and/or employer reference is also required. Students may upload their CV to show their work experience.

Grade requirement:

  • Applicants should hold a primary medical qualification and have completed at least Part 1 of the Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (UK) (MRCP) or an equivalent postgraduate professional qualification.
  • Applicants with substantial clinical experience may still be considered.

English Language Requirements:

  • For applicants whose first language is not English, a high level of proficiency is required; typically, an IELTS score of 7.0 overall is expected.

Scholarships

  • Cate Haste Scholarship in History

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Cate Haste Scholarship in Media and Film

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Chancellor's Masters Scholarship

    £3,000 for applicants assessed as 'Home' for fees or £5,000 for applicants assessed as 'Overseas' for fees.

  • Jan Metzger Scholarship in Artificial Intelligence and Adaptive Systems MSc

    £12,550 fee waiver

    Up to £12,550

  • John Kinghorn Scholarship in Engineering

    £10,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £10,000

  • MBA Impact Scholarship

    £2,500 - £5,000 towards tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £2,500

  • Sanctuary Scholarship (Masters)

  • Shan Vaswani Borgartz Scholarship in Media

    £5,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £5,000

  • Stuart Hall Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee discount.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sussex Alumni Scholarship

    £3,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £3,000

  • Sussex Progressive Futures Scholarships

    £10,000 tuition fee reduction.

    Up to £10,000

  • The University of Sussex Business School International Masters Award

    £2,000 will be awarded as a fee waiver to all overseas fee-paying students who start a full-time Masters course at the Business school.

    Up to £2,000

  • The University of Sussex Engineering and Informatics International Masters Award

    £2,000 will be awarded as a fee waiver to all overseas fee-paying students who start a full-time Masters course at the School of Engineering & Informatics.

    Up to £2,000

Career opportunities

This MSc equips graduates for advanced clinical and leadership roles in internal medicine and hospital services. Possible career outcomes include:

  • Consultant Physician
  • Clinical Researcher
  • Clinical Service Lead
  • Academic Lecturer
  • Policy Advisor

Cost of study

For international students, the tuition fee for the MSc Internal Medicine is £22,580 for the full-time 12-month programme. The tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

Applications are now being accepted for the MSc Internal Medicine at the University of Sussex through the BSMS admissions portal. Prospective applicants with strong clinical backgrounds and academic credentials are encouraged to apply early to secure their place. In need of personalised help with your application? Please speak to one of our trained counsellors.

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