Edinburgh Medical School students are from a wide range of countries. English language proficiencyRegardless of their nationality or where they live, students must demonstrate a level of English language proficiency that will enable them to succeed in their studies.Students will be working with patients early on and we want to be sure that they will be confident to be able to communicate with staff, students and patients. Undergraduate English language requirementsDeferred entryDue to the extremely competitive nature of the programme, we are unable to consider any applications for deferred entry with the exception of those undertaking mandatory military service or a similar obligation. If undertaking National Service we may consider deferral for up to one year only.Fee depositsAll successful international applicants are required to pay a fee deposit of a third of the year’s fees.Undergraduate fee information from Scholarships and Student FundingWorking AbroadThere are well defined routes for graduates of a UK Medical degree to registration in Europe, Australia, Canada, New Zealand and the USA. Refer to the British Medical Association website for full information:British Medical Association - advice on using your degree to work abroadRelated LinksInternational student prospectusInternational entrance requirements by country This article was published on 2024-09-09