Widening participation to

Medicine

The University of Surrey's School of Medicine is committed to widening participation in medicine by offering dedicated financial support to aspiring students.

2026 scholarships

For 2026, there are two types of scholarships offered to home students.

To be eligible for consideration for these awards, applicants must be eligible for home fees status and have attended a non-selective state school (defined as completing A-levels, or equivalent).

In addition. applicants must normally demonstrate that they meet at least two of the following widening participation criteria.

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We are committed to ensuring individuals from all backgrounds have every opportunity to pursue a career in medicine. We recognise the unique value that students with diverse life experiences bring to both medical education and the profession, and we are dedicated to identifying and nurturing potential in those who may not yet have seen medicine as a pathway open to them. Through targeted outreach, fair admissions processes and ongoing support, we aim to play our part in building a more inclusive and representative medical profession that truly serves the needs of patients across the UK.

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The Sam and John Dawson Medical Scholarship

This scholarship consists of a full fee waiver and a £10,000 per annum living costs grant (non-repayable) for all four years of the BMBS programme.

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The Sidney Perry Foundation Scholarship

This scholarship consists of a £3,000 living costs grant (non-repayable) for the first year of the BMBS programme.

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Surrey Future Doctors

A Surrey Future Doctors scheme will be available soon to further support talented future doctors from under‑represented backgrounds.

This initiative reflect Surrey’s commitment to building a diverse, inclusive future healthcare workforce.

Paramedic and nursing students in Surrey Clinical Simulation Centre

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With patient contact from the first term, our innovative Medicine (Graduate Entry) BMBS degree will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to practise medicine in a fast-changing healthcare environment.

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