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Where can you study medicine in Scotland?

You'll find 5 medical schools in Scotland where you can study to become a doctor. It's easy to use the map below to find out more about each location.

Google map of Scottish medical schools

There are 5 medical schools in Scotland. Use the map to find out more about each location.

University of Aberdeen School of Medicine and Dentistry

The University of Aberdeen School of Medicine and Dentistry is based in the Polwarth Building. You'll find it right in the heart of the Foresterhill health campus.

Address: Polwarth Building, Foresterhill Road, Aberdeen, AB25 2ZD

Visit the University of Aberdeen website.

University of Dundee School of Medicine

The School of Medicine at the University of Dundee is located directly on the site of Ninewells Hospital. It'll give students early access to a working clinical environment.

Address: Ninewells Hospital and Medical School, Dundee, DD1 9SY

Visit the University of Dundee website.

University of Edinburgh Medical School

The Usher Building is home to the Edinburgh Medical School at the University of Edinburgh. You'll find this modern facility at the Edinburgh BioQuarter.

Address: 5-7 Little France Road, Edinburgh, EH16 4UX

Visit the University of Edinburgh website.

University of Glasgow Medical School

Wolfson Medical School hosts the University of Glasgow's medical training. It's located right on the main university campus.

Address: Wolfson Medical School Building, University Avenue, Glasgow, G12 8QQ

Visit the University of Glasgow website.

University of St Andrews School of Medicine

The School of Medicine at the University of St Andrews is based in the North Haugh area. You'll find it just a short walk from the town centre.

Address: North Haugh, St Andrews, KY16 9TF

Visit the University of St Andrews website.

Published: 08/10/2026

Last updated: 16/10/2026

Part of: Explore careers

Topic: Medicine

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