Hertfordshire Medical School
About Hertfordshire Medical School
Based at our College Lane campus, it brings together purpose-built facilities and immersive learning environments that mirror real healthcare settings. Hertfordshire Medical School sits within the School of Health, Medicine and Life Sciences and students learn alongside peers in nursing, midwifery, and a range of allied health professions, in a shared environment that reflects how care is delivered in practice through collaboration and shared expertise.
Why choose Hertfordshire Medical School?
Long standing reputation in medical sciences
We’re ranked top 12 in the UK (NSS 2025).
Dedicated Medical School building & cutting-edge facilities
Our modern facilities include digital anatomy and immersive technology.
GMC-recognised Primary Medical Qualification
We offer a tightly regulated pathway with GMC oversight, leading to a recognised medical degree.
Clinical placements from year one
You’ll work with our established NHS partners in diverse patient settings across the East of England.
Hands on learning
You’ll develop compassionate patient care, practical clinical experience, and academic excellence.
Interprofessional education model
We’ve been commended by the GMC for progress in interprofessional education.
Who you’ll learn from
Our team includes practising doctors, bioscientists, medical researchers, and a wealth of additional healthcare professionals and specialists.
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Professor Zoe Aslanpour, Head of Medicine
Public health and patient safety expert and pharmacist leading the School with strong NHS links across the East of England and nationally.
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Julie Platt, Programme Director (MBBS)
Practicing General Adult Psychiatrist with significant experience in education and leadership in a number of Medical Schools.
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Dr Rahhiel Riasat, Clinical Lead (MBBS)
Practicing GP and trainer bringing real insight to teaching and supporting placements.
Accreditations
The GMC reviews all new UK medical schools every year, following the first cohort from their first year until graduation to ensure our MBBS degree meets the highest standards for medical education in the UK.
At the end of this first cycle in 2031, the GMC can approve the Hertfordshire Medical School as a body that can award UK primary medical qualifications.
Partnerships
Our partnerships will underpin the learning experience in Hertfordshire Medical School. By working closely with NHS trusts, primary care, and community providers we will deliver sustained clinical learning from the outset. Students will train in real settings, build professional relationships, and develop the judgement, confidence, and networks needed for modern medical practice.
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Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Trust
Clinical placement partner across hospital-based healthcare settings.
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East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust
Teaching and placement provider serving local and regional communities.
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West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
Supports clinical experience across acute and specialist care services.
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Hertfordshire Community NHS Trust
Community-based care partner reflecting care delivered closer to home.
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HPFT and Integrated Care Board
Mental health and system-level partners shaping whole-pathway learning.