Transfer from City St George's, University of London Medicine: Failed Exams, Fees and Your Options in 2026
21.10.2026
Short answer
Transfer from City St George's London Medicine: £44,700 a year for international students, failed exams, UK credits to ECTS and switching without losing a year.
Can you transfer from City St George's Medicine?
Quick answer: Yes. MBBS students at City St George's, University of London can transfer to English-taught medical faculties in Europe. A year of 120 UK credits equals 60 ECTS. The receiving faculty compares your transcript and module descriptions with its curriculum and decides the entry year. Planned early, many students keep their study time.
| Point | City St George's, University of London, MBBS |
|---|---|
| Campus | Tooting, south-west London |
| Programme length | 5 years |
| International tuition | about €51,900 (£44,700) per year |
| Five-year tuition | about €259,500 |
| Credit system | UK credits, 120 per year = 60 ECTS |
| Transfer support | Free consultation with Medschool Experts |
Your passed modules at St George's stay on your record. They are what your placement at the next faculty is built on.
Why do international students leave St George's Medicine?
London comes first. Tuition of about €51,900 a year meets London rents, and the two together pass €72,000 a year.
Progression comes second. St George's, like every UK medical school, works with resits and repeat years, and a repeat year means another full year of international fees and a longer Student visa.
The third reason is fit: the teaching style, the city or the distance from home. That is a personal judgement, not a verdict on the school.
Failed exams at St George's — what are your options?
A failed exam at City St George's does not end your medical career. Resits are part of every UK programme.
The turning point is a failed resit or a proposed repeat year. At London prices, repeating is expensive. A transfer lets your passed modules count at a new faculty, so you move forward instead of repeating.
Talk to us before the board meets.
How much does St George's Medicine cost compared with other options?
International tuition for the MBBS at City St George's is about €51,900 (£44,700) per year in 2026/27. With a planning figure of about €1,750 per month for living costs in London, five years cost around €364,500.
English-taught medical faculties elsewhere in Europe start at about €3,500 per year in tuition. Even over six years, that is about €21,000.
| Item | Per year | Five years |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | €51,900 | €259,500 |
| Living costs in London (approx. €1,750 per month) | €21,000 | €105,000 |
| Total | €72,900 | €364,500 |
Can you transfer from St George's without losing a year?
Often, yes. It depends on your passed modules, how well they match the receiving curriculum and when you apply. Planning in spring gives more choice than reacting to an August resit.
Medschool Experts regularly achieves high placements for transfer students, including from London medical schools. The receiving faculty decides the entry year, so we never promise a year in advance.
How do St George's credits convert into ECTS?
A full year at St George's carries 120 UK credits, which equal 60 ECTS. Two UK credits correspond to one ECTS credit.
The content comparison is the real work. The St George's MBBS is integrated and case-based, while many European faculties teach subject by subject. Module descriptions with learning outcomes and contact hours make the match visible. We prepare this with you.
Which universities accept transfer students from St George's?
Several English-taught medical faculties in Europe accept transfer students from City St George's, University of London. Which ones fit depends on your transcript, budget and career plans.
We answer this individually. Book a free transfer consultation and we will tell you which options are realistic.
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Book a Free Transfer ConsultationWhat happens to your Student visa when you leave St George's?
City St George's sponsors your Student visa. When you withdraw, it reports this to the Home Office and your permission to stay is shortened. For a faculty in the EU you need that country's residence permit. We align the dates so the change of status runs smoothly.
Which documents does a transfer from St George's need?
You will need an official transcript from City St George's, University of London, the module descriptions of what you have passed and confirmation of your enrolment status. Apostille and translation rules depend on the destination country. We give you the exact list once your options are clear.
How long does a transfer from St George's Medicine take?
Plan with three to six months from the first consultation to your start at the new faculty.
Is your degree recognised after a transfer from St George's?
Yes. When you graduate from an EU medical faculty, your degree is recognised throughout the EU under Directive 2005/36/EC. The UK has been outside this system since Brexit, so graduates who later want to practise in the UK apply to the General Medical Council through its route for international medical graduates.
Why transfer from St George's with Medschool Experts?
A study transfer is a complicated undertaking, and leaving a London medical school adds visa questions. Our experts have close to ten years of experience in study transfers worldwide and therefore plan and carry out a transfer from City St George's with confidence. The consultation is free. Read more on our services page or in our student stories.
The author's view
A medical school built next to one of the UK's largest hospitals is a serious place to learn. I understand why international students choose St George's, and I understand why some later decide it no longer fits.
London is expensive in a way that wears on people. Add a failed resit and a visa deadline, and a student who was doing well can suddenly feel stuck. They are not stuck. Their passed modules are worth something, and a well-planned transfer keeps that value.
I started my own studies in Sofia in 2015 at 24. Since then, and today from Bern, my team and I have placed more than 500 students. My advice is always the same: talk to us early.
Marcel Kloos, founder and owner of Medschool Experts, federally recognised dentist.
Summary
- International MBBS tuition at City St George's, University of London is about €51,900 (£44,700) per year in 2026/27.
- 120 UK credits equal 60 ECTS, so passed modules are portable.
- A failed resit or repeat year is a common reason to transfer.
- Your Student visa ends with your enrolment, so timing matters.
- Medschool Experts plans the transfer and the consultation is free.
Conclusion
A transfer from City St George's is a sensible option when London costs, a progression decision or your visa situation no longer fit your plans. Your credits come with you, and early planning protects your study time.
If you are thinking about leaving St George's, speak to us before the next progression decision. Book your free transfer consultation and we will review your options together.
Frequently asked questions
Can I transfer from St George's London Medicine to another medical school?
Yes. MBBS students at City St George's, University of London can transfer to English-taught medical faculties in Europe. The receiving faculty reviews the transcript and module descriptions and sets the entry year. Medschool Experts organises the process, and the first consultation is free.
Do I lose a year if I transfer from St George's?
Not necessarily. Many students transfer from City St George's without losing study time. It depends on your passed modules, the curriculum match and the timing of your application.
I failed a resit at St George's. Can I still transfer?
Yes. A failed resit or a planned repeat year does not rule out a transfer. Your passed modules keep their value and can count at a new faculty instead of paying another year of international fees.
How do St George's credits convert to ECTS?
Two UK credits equal one ECTS credit. A full year of 120 UK credits therefore equals 60 ECTS. The receiving faculty then compares module content with its curriculum.
Is this article about St George's University in Grenada?
No. This article covers City St George's, University of London, in Tooting. St George's University in Grenada is a different institution. We advise on transfers from both.
What happens to my Student visa if I leave St George's?
City St George's sponsors your Student visa. If you withdraw, it informs the Home Office and your permission to stay is shortened. For a faculty in the EU you apply for that country's residence permit.
Do I need an agency to transfer from St George's?
It is not required, but a transfer from the UK combines credit conversion, documents and visa timing. Medschool Experts has close to ten years of experience in study transfers worldwide and advises you free of charge.
Which universities accept transfer students from St George's?
Several English-taught medical faculties in Europe accept transfer students from City St George's, University of London. Which fit depends on your transcript and plans, and we tell you in a free consultation which are realistic.
Can I work in the UK after finishing my degree in the EU?
Yes. Graduates of EU medical faculties can apply to the General Medical Council through its route for international medical graduates. Recognition within the EU follows Directive 2005/36/EC.
Is the first consultation with Medschool Experts free?
Yes. The first consultation about a transfer from St George's Medicine is free. We look at your transcript and visa situation, and you decide afterwards whether you want our support.
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About the author
Marcel Kloos
Founder and owner of Medschool Experts, federally recognised dentist
Marcel Kloos is the founder and owner of Medschool Experts, a placement agency for medicine, dentistry, veterinary medicine and pharmacy degrees abroad. Since 2021 the team has secured more than 500 study places at 25+ partner universities in Europe and worldwide.
Study medicine abroad: Marcel's own path
Born in Stuttgart, Marcel started his degree late: at 24 he enrolled at the Medical University of Sofia, Faculty of Dental Medicine, and graduated in 2021 from the English-language programme. He went through the same steps his clients face today — nostrification of school certificates, entrance interviews, finding a flat in Sofia and later the recognition of a foreign degree. He is a federally recognised dentist.
What Marcel does at Medschool Experts
Today Marcel lives in Bern and runs Medschool Experts full-time. He visits every partner university in person, negotiates placement agreements directly with faculties and deans, and leads the free consultations in which applicants learn at which university they can start next semester. His YouTube channel on studying medicine abroad has helped thousands of applicants compare universities, costs and recognition.
Topics Marcel writes about
- Study medicine abroad independent of your high school diploma grades: universities, costs and admission
- Study dentistry, veterinary medicine or pharmacy in Europe in English
- Tuition fees and living costs at medical schools in Europe and worldwide
- Recognition of foreign medical degrees in the EU, Switzerland, the UK and the US
- Transferring between medical schools and returning home into a higher semester
All articles by Marcel Kloos are based on first-hand visits to the universities and conversations with current students. Book a free consultation to discuss your own path.
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