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Entry requirements for UK medical schools
2021 entry“Around the UK there are students who would make brilliant doctors but who feel in the dark about what they need in order to apply. Some of these students may never have considered their talent for medicine, while others have had encouragement from family or teachers. “Medical schools want to find the best candidates and believe they can come from any background. With a resource like this, we hope that a major part of the process – admissions criteria – can become clearer for everyone.” Paul Garrud Honorary Associate Professor, University of Nottingham Chair, Medical Schools Council Selection Alliance
Contents
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Welcome 6
Course types 7
Admissions tests 8
About Access courses 9
Understanding the course tables 10
Standard Entry Medicine
University of Aberdeen 12
Anglia Ruskin University 13
Aston University 14
University of Birmingham 15
Brighton and Sussex Medical School 16
University of Bristol 17
University of Buckingham 18
University of Cambridge 19
Cardiff University 20
University of Dundee 21
Edge Hill University 22
University of East Anglia 23
University of Edinburgh 24
University of Exeter 25
University of Glasgow 26
Hull York Medical School 27
Imperial College London 28
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 2Keele University 29
Kent and Medway Medical School 30
King’s College London 31
Lancaster University 32
University of Leeds 33
University of Leicester 34
Lincoln Medical School 35
University of Liverpool 36
University of Manchester 37
Newcastle University 38
University of Nottingham 39
University of Oxford 40
Plymouth University 41
Queen Mary University of London 42
Queen’s University Belfast 43
University of Sheffield 44
University of Southampton 45
University of St Andrews 46
St George’s, University of London 47
University of Sunderland 48
University College London 49
University of Central Lancashire 50
Graduate Entry Medicine
University of Birmingham 52
University of Cambridge 53
Cardiff University 54
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 3King’s College London 55
University of Liverpool 56
Newcastle University 57
University of Nottingham 58
University of Oxford 59
Queen Mary University of London 60
University of Sheffield 61
University of Southampton 62
University of St Andrews and University of Dundee
(ScotGEM) 63
St George’s, University of London 64
Swansea University 65
University of Warwick 66
Medicine with a Preliminary
Year
Cardiff University 68
University of Manchester 69
Medicine with a Gateway Year
University of Aberdeen 71
University of Bristol 72
University of Bradford 73
University of Dundee 74
Edge Hill University 75
University of East Anglia 76
University of Glasgow 77
Hull York Medical School 78
King’s College London 79
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 4Lancaster University 80
University of Leeds 81
University of Leicester 82
Lincoln Medical School 83
University of Liverpool 84
University of Nottingham 85
Plymouth University 86
University of Southampton 87
University of St Andrews 88
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 5Welcome
This guide contains information on entry requirements
for all of the UK’s bachelor’s degrees in medicine. It was
created by the Medical Schools Council and is updated
yearly from information passed directly from the
medical schools.
The purpose of the guide is to act as a point of
Did you know... reference and easy comparison for entry requirements.
It cannot contain the full details of each medical school’s
requirements, so seeking confirmation and additional
information on individual medical school’s websites is
essential.
All the information in this booklet
is available as an interactive Diversity and widening participation
webpage so you can search by
your chosen criteria and make This guide will be useful to all who are considering an
easy comparisons. application to study medicine. It was, however, created
with particular focus on widening participation. This
term refers to initiatives which provide opportunities for
those who would make excellent doctors but who face
barriers due to their educational and/or socioeconomic
circumstances.
The Medical Schools Council believes that an applicant’s
chance of entering a medical degree programme
should be dictated by factors such as academic ability,
“I’ve had to overcome motivation and conscientiousness. Factors like wealth or
some major adversities cultural background should not present any barrier to
in life in order to be studying medicine. Removing barriers will help to build
where I am today. a medical profession which is diverse, highly capable
Although the grades and represents the communities it serves.
I achieved at A level
wouldn’t typically have Part of this is to present entry requirements information
been sufficient to be in the clearest way. This is of particular benefit to
considered for medicine, students who are without good careers guidance. It will
I’m extremely happy to also help careers advisers ensure that their knowledge is
have been given the correct and up to date.
opportunity.”
Collating and publishing this information is part of the
Zephanai Braithwaite medical schools’ response to the demand for clear
Year 0 student and accessible entry requirements for medicine, as
University of Southampton recommended in the Final Report of the Selecting for
Excellence project.
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 6Course types
Standard Entry Medicine
This is usually five years long, but in some institutions it
is six. It can have different abbreviations, such as MBBS
or MBChB, but all result in the bachelor’s degree in
medicine.
Graduate Entry Medicine
This is open to application from those who already
have a bachelor’s degree. Many universities accept a
degree in any subject, but some require the previous
degree to be science- or health-related. It is a four-
year accelerated degree in most cases, but in some
universities it is a five-year course. It is also known as
the Graduate Entry Programme.
Medicine with a Preliminary Year
Note → This course takes the form of a five-year Standard Entry
Medicine with an additional year at the start, making a
Sometimes this course is six-year course.
called a ‘foundation year’.
It should not be confused This course is designed for those who achieved highly at
with the Foundation A level, or equivalent, but who did not take the required
Programme, which is the science subjects. This extra year gives students the
period of practical training necessary science training to catch up. It is not a means
taken after graduation. of boosting the grades of those who do not meet the
entry requirements of Standard Entry Medicine.
Medicine with a Gateway Year
Note → These medical degrees are designed for those who are
of high ability but who may be coming from situations
These courses have been where they have had barriers to their learning.
designed specifically for
widening participation, The courses can take this into account in different
but many of the Standard ways, for instance by using ‘adjusted criteria’ to change
Entry Medicine courses use the entry requirements for applicants from low-
similar methods. See the participation areas. Often these are six-year courses,
'widening participation' with the first year being a foundation year. Some
box in each entry. schools offer a stand alone foundation year, which
allows progression on to a standard medicine course.
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 07Admissions tests
Nearly all medical degrees use an admissions test
as part of their entry requirements. There are
three admissions tests. Applicants may sit different
combinations of these tests according to the medical
schools they intend to include in their application.
UCAT
Applicants must register for the UCAT between May
and late September. After the UCAS deadline, results
are sent directly to the medical schools to which the
applicant has applied. Thirty medical schools use the
UCAT. Covid-19 has affected how UCAT is delivered.
You must visit the website to confirm deadlines.
UCAT also administers the Situational Judgement Test
for Admission to Clinical Education (SJTace) which is an
admissions test used for entry to the Scottish Graduate
Entry Medical Programme (ScotGEM).
BMAT
There are usually two BMAT test dates per year. The
first is in early September and applicants must register
for this by early August. The second is in late October or
early November and students should aim to register for
this by the end of September, but late registrations are
possible until the UCAS application deadline. The scores
of those in the second sitting are sent directly to the
medical schools to which they have have applied. Seven
medical schools use the BMAT. Covid-19 has affected
how BMAT is delivered. You must visit the website to
confirm deadlines.
GAMSAT
This test is used for a number of the Graduate Entry
Medicine courses. It is also used for graduate applicants
to a small number of Standard Entry Medicine courses.
Applicant must register for and sit the GAMSAT before
making the UCAS application. Seven medical schools
use the GAMSAT. Covid-19 has affected how GAMSAT
is delivered. You must visit the website to confirm
deadlines.
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 08About Access courses
In medicine, Access courses are run by further
education colleges and not by universities. This means
there are many different Access courses on offer. Often
they are designed for mature learners who may not
have A levels or equivalent. As is the case for Medicine
with a Preliminary Year, Access courses are not a
substitute for poor performance at A level.
If you are thinking about applying for a specific Access
course, it will be useful to first check some things with
medical schools and with the institution offering the
Access course so you can feel comfortable with your
decision.
Questions for medical schools
• Do you accept the qualification offered by this Access
course as part of your entry requirements?
• If so, have you previously admitted students who
have been on this course?
Questions for the Access course
provider
• Have students who have taken the Access course
gone on to study medicine?
• If so, how many, and which medical schools did they
go to?
Useful links
Guidance on relevant experience for Statement on the core values and MSC Interview Prep website
applying to medical school attributes needed to study medicine
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 09Understanding the course tables
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview
1
Number of applicants per place
Use in selection
Predicted A levels/Scottish
Application
Highers
2
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
International Baccalaureate
Personal statement 3
Admissions test 4
Interview
Interview method 5
Work experience 6
Widening participation 7
1 The numbers here are called ‘competition ratios’. They state the number of applicants per interview and the number
of applicants per place on the course. Where the ratio is not known, it is marked with ‘–’.
2 These are the minimum entry requirements which must be met for the application to proceed. It is at the following
stages, such as interview, where medical schools really start to differentiate the applicants.
3 This will tell you how the personal statement is used. Most medical schools do not score the personal statement (but
may still read it for background information). Some do score the personal statement.
4 This states the admissions test used by the medical school. See the previous page for more on these.
5 Interviews can take different forms, such as a single panel interview, or a series of short interviews called a ‘multiple
mini-interview’. Different styles can focus on different attributes in the candidate.
6 Medical schools may specify what kind of experience they are looking for. Remember: it is not a checklist. The key
is the way in which an applicant discusses their experiences in the interview, not the places where they have gained
them. For instance, if asked to provide an example of working with other people, having had a part-time job can be
just as valuable for answering this as having shadowed a doctor. See the Work experience guidelines for applicants to
medicine for more on this.
7 This box contains any information which relates to widening participation. This can take many forms, from stating
particular colleges that the medical school works with, to describing how the grade threshold may be lowered
according to factors in the applicant’s circumstances.
Entry requirements for UK medical schools: 2021 entry
www.medschools.ac.uk 10Standard Entry
Medicine
This course type is usually five years long, but in some
institutions it is six. It can have different abbreviations,
such as MBBS or MBChB, but all result in a bachelor’s
degree in medicine.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International (non-EEA)
Number of applicants per interview 1.72 2.19
Number of applicants per place 9.68 17.5
Use in selection
Degree qualifications (for A minimum of 2.1 in an undergraduate degree will enable application with
Application
graduate applicants) a Chemistry grade B in SQA Higher or A level.
AAA at A level including Chemistry and one from Biology/ Human Biology,
Maths or Physics achieved at same time.
Predicted A levels/Scottish AAAAB at SQA Higher level including Chemistry and two from Human
Highers Biology/Biology, maths or Physics and two further Highers in most subjects.
S6: Three full academic courses in Advanced Highers or a mix of two
Advanced Highers and one new Higher at BBB grade.
GCSE Grade 5 in English and Maths and combination of grades 6–9
especially in science subjects.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
SQA National 5 English and Maths at grade B and a combination of grades
A and B passes, especially in science subjects.
36 points. Three subjects achieved at higher level at grade 6 or above
International Baccalaureate including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Maths. Three
appropriate subjects at standard level with average grade 6.
Personal Statement is reviewed prior to interview for evidence of
Personal statement preparation for medicine. The personal statement is not scored but is
assessed at interview.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-Interviews
A range of experience in primary care or a hospital. Voluntary work in care
Work experience homes, hospices or special needs schools.
Work experience form completed and returned at interview.
AAAB for Scottish widening participation applicants, and guaranteed
interview should applicant meet minimum academic requirements and
Widening participation achieve UCAT score within top 75% of all Aberdeen applicant scores.
Widening participation criteria are SIMD20 postcode or attends a Reach
school or is Care experienced. See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: University of Aberdeen Medical School.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International (non-EEA)
Number of applicants per interview 2 N/A
Number of applicants per place 12 N/A
Use in selection
Minimum 2.1 honours degree awarded within the last five years. The
Application
Degree qualifications (for
degree must be in a biological, Biomedical, Chemistry or health science
graduate applicants)
subject.
AAA at A level taken within two academic years prior to the time of
application, to include Chemistry or Biology and one of either Biology,
Predicted A levels/Scottish Chemistry, Maths or Physics.
Highers AAB from Scottish Advanced Highers with grades AA to come from Biology
and/or Chemistry and another science subject. AAAAA at Higher Grade
including Biology and/or Chemistry and another science subject.
A minimum of 5 GCSE passes at grades 9-6 (A*-B) or equivalent required
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
including Maths, English Language and two science subjects.
A minimum of 36 points is accepted. 6,6,6 at Higher Level in Biology and/or
International Baccalaureate
Chemistry plus one other science subject.
The personal statement is not taken into consideration when shortlisting
Personal statement for interview, but candidates who are invited to interview can expect to be
asked about their personal statement at that stage.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience is not taken into consideration when shortlisting for
Work experience interview, but candidates who are invited to interview can expect to be
asked about their work experience at that stage.
Depending on the circumstances, applicants eligible for the Widening
Widening participation Access Scheme may be offered a lower conditional offer at A level of ABB.
See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Anglia Ruskin University Medical School.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International (non-EEA)
Number of applicants per interview 2.9 2.5
Number of applicants per place 10.6 10.4
Use in selection
For graduate applicants, a minimum of a 2:1 in any discipline, plus three A
Application
Degree qualifications (for Levels at grades ABB, to include Chemistry and Biology, with either at grade
graduate applicants) A or equivalent international qualification. GCSE requirements must also be
met.
Predicted A levels/Scottish AAA-AAB at A Level which must include Chemistry and Biology (including
Highers passing the practical elements).
Normally applicants are required to have a minimum of five grade 6 (B)
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals at GCSEs, or equivalent for international qualifications, including Maths,
English Language, Chemistry, Biology or Double Science.
35 overall. 6,6,5 in three subjects which must include Chemistry (HL6) and
International Baccalaureate
Biology (HL6).
We read all personal statements and references. We do not score the
Personal statement personal statement but this may be taken into consideration for applicants
who are borderline.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
We recognise that not everyone will be able to secure medical work
experience, and that it is possible to get the same outlook, experience and
qualities by doing work experience in a non-medical environment too. For
Work experience
example, working in a hospital shop will mean that you deal with all kinds
of patients and people and allow you to develop your communication skills,
teamwork skills, following instructions, and leadership skills.
We aim to offer up to 40% of our UK/EU places each year to students who
meet specified widening participation criteria; preference will be given to
Widening participation our local students including those who are on the Sir Doug Ellis Pathway to
Healthcare Programme.
See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Aston University Medical School.
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MB ChB Medicine and Surgery (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 2.2 4.5
Number of applicants per place 8.3 18.1
Use in selection
Degree qualifications (for Applicants with a 2:1 in any subject and have achieved ABB at A level
Application
graduate applicants) (Chemistry and Biology) are ranked by total UCAT score.
Predicted A levels/Scottish AAA at A level including Biology and Chemistry.
Highers AA at Advanced Higher including Biology and Chemistry.
Minimum of grade B in science, English and Maths.
Home applicants: An application score is calculated based on GCSE and
UCAT results as well as contextual factors. A total of seven GCSE results are
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals scored, including English, maths and science. The contextual element is
described below.
The website calculator allows prospective applicants to receive feedback on
the likelihood of success based on the academic factors used in selection.
6,6,6 at Higher Level (including Biology and Chemistry; must be predicted
International Baccalaureate
6,6,5) plus total points score of 32.
Personal statement is not scored. It is expected that the statement provides
Personal statement
evidence of commitment to study medicine.
UCAT. For home applicants, a score is allocated based on ranking the total
of the scores for the four subtests. For international applicants, we rank
Admissions test
the total score in order to define a threshold. The result for the Situational
Judgment Test contributes to the scoring at the interview stage.
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience does not factor into the process of selection for interview.
Work experience The understanding gained from work experience will be invaluable in
enabling applicants to address the issues presented to them at interview.
We recruit medicine students via a number of outreach schemes: Pathways
to Birmingham. Birmingham also participates in the UKWPMED scheme.
Contextual data is taken into account when selecting home applicants for
Widening participation interview. We define a contextual school using performance data at GCSE
and A level. We combine this with POLAR data to generate a contextual
score, which is an element of our algorithm for calculating an application
score. See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: University of Birmingham Medical School.
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BMBS Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview – –
Number of applicants per place – –
Use in selection
Application
Degree qualifications (for
2:1 in a science subject with sufficienct Biology and Chemistry.
graduate applicants)
Predicted A levels/Scottish
AAA at A level including Biology and Chemistry.
Highers
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals GCSE Maths and English at grade 6 (B), or grade 5 (C) for WP applicants.
International Baccalaureate 36 points including Biology and Chemistry at Higher level at grade 6.
Personal statement Personal statement is not used in any part of selection process.
Admissions test BMAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple-mini interviews
Applicants need an insight into medicine and the role of the doctor, this
Work experience
may come from work experience.
BSMS has a number of WP activities -
• BrightMed
• BrightIdeas
• Virtual work experience
Widening participation • GP work experience
BSMS aims to give 30% of its interviews and offer at least 50 places to
applicants who meet WP criteria.
Applicants who meet WC criteria will receive an offer of AAB at A level (35
points IB) along with GCSE maths and English at grade 5 (C).
See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course
itself, see its webpage: Brighton and Sussex Medical School.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview – –
Number of applicants per place – –
Use in selection
Application
Degree qualifications (for 2:1 degree plus ABB at A level including A in Chemistry and B in either
graduate applicants) Biology, Physics or Maths.
AAA at A level including in Chemistry and either Biology, Physics or Maths.
Predicted A levels/Scottish
Highers AA at Advanced Higher in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Maths
and Standard Higher: AAAAB
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals Minimum of grade A in Maths and grade C in English Language.
36 points overall with 18 at Higher level, including 6,6 at Higher level in
International Baccalaureate
Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Maths.
This is not assessed, but may be used to differentiate between applicants
Personal statement
who have achieved the same UCAT score.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience This will be discussed during interview
Some applicants are eligible for a lower contextual offer of ABB/AAC
Widening participation including A in Chemistry and A/B in one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics.
Eligibility criteria is detailed here.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: University of Bristol Medical School.
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MB ChB Medicine (71A8)
4.5 years
Home/European Economic Area International (non-EEA)
Number of applicants per interview – –
Number of applicants per place – –
Use in selection
Application
For applicants offering a degree – they should have a Bachelor degree
Degree qualifications (graduate
in a subject cognate to Medicine, and have or be predicted a minimum
applicants only)
classification of 2.1.
AAB at A level including Chemistry and Biology.
Predicted A levels/Scottish
BBB at Advanced Highers to include Chemistry and Biology.
Highers
AAABB at Highers at S5 level with 3.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals No specific requirements.
A minimum of 34 points overall, to include 3 Higher Level subjects. Must
International Baccalaureate achieve at least HL6 in Biology and Chemistry (please note the overall
points score does not include your theory of knowledge or extended essay).
The medical school may consider all the information provided within
a candidates application including academic qualifications, personal
Personal statement
statement and references before a final decision is made to interview or
offer a place on the course.
Admissions test None.
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience Not considered.
The University of Buckingham is a not-for-profit educational charity that
receives no government subsidies. More information on fees.
Additional information
Please note the application deadline for this course is 31 August of each
year. This course is 4.5 years and with the term start in January 2021.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: University of Buckingham Medical School.
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MB BChir Medicine (A100)
6 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview – –
Number of applicants per place 6 17
Use in selection
Typical offers are A*A*A at A level, or A1A1A2 in Scottish Advanced Highers.
Application
On entry, applicants must have A level passes in Chemistry and at least one
Predicted A levels/Scottish of Biology, Physics, Maths (two required by some colleges).
Highers
Please note that the success rate for students offering three or more
Science/Maths A levels has often been higher than for those without.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals No specific requirements.
40–42 points, with 7,7,6 at Higher Level. On entry, applicants must have
International Baccalaureate Higher Chemistry and at least one of Higher Biology, Physics, Maths (two
required by some colleges).
Personal statement Personal statement is reviewed prior to interview but not scored.
Admissions test BMAT
Interview
Panel interview/s (usually two interviews lasting 25–30 minutes at one
Interview method
college).
To develop understanding of what a career in medicine involves and
suitability for your intended profession, candidates are strongly advised
(though not required) to undertake some relevant work experience (either
Work experience
paid or voluntary) in a health or related area. The medical school is not
prescriptive about how this is obtained and recognises the widely differing
opportunities available.
Contextual data is considered within the admissions process; relevant
applications receive contextual flags based on individual, socio-economic
and educational disadvantage. This information is fully considered as part
Widening participation of a holistic admissions process to aid in the fair assessment of applicants,
but does not result in systematic lower grade offers.
The university delivers a Medicine Summer School with the Sutton Trust,
alongside a number of other subject-specific outreach interventions.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn about the course itself, see its
webpage: University of Cambridge School of Clinical Medicine.
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MB BCh Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 1.9 6
Number of applicants per place 9.1 19.2
Use in selection
AAA at A level which should include Chemistry and Biology. The Welsh
Application
Predicted A levels/Scottish
Baccalaureate is accepted in the place of a third A level. General Studies,
Highers
Critical Thinking and Further Maths are not accepted.
Either grades 6,6 (BB) in Science and Additional Science or grades 6,6 (BB)
in both Chemistry and Biology if taken as single sciences. Grade 6 (B) is
GCSEs required in Maths and English Language. If Welsh Language is offered, it
must also be supplemented with English Language at a minimum of a grade
6 (B).
IB Diploma with a minimum overall score of 36 and 766 in 3 Higher level
subjects. Must include grade 6 in HL Biology or Chemistry AND grade 6 in
International Baccalaureate one other HL science from Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics, or
Statistics. Must also include grade 7 in SL Biology or Chemistry if not taken
at HL. All offers exclude Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay.
Evidence is sought for insight into a career in medicine, experience and
reflection of personal responsibility, experience and reflection in a caring
Personal statement
environment, a balanced approach to life, self-directed learning and a sense
of social awareness, in addition to positive referee's comments.
Admissions test UCAT (GAMSAT for graduates)
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
The university recognises that opportunities for work experience will vary
according to individual circumstances. Applicants are encouraged to show
Work experience
an appreciation of the length of the training programme and the career
structure.
The academic and non-academic attainment of a candidate will be
reviewed against educational performance data and socio-economic
Widening participation background to provide an overview of an applicant’s potential. The medical
school will consider this information when deciding whether to call a
candidate for interview. See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Cardiff University School of Medicine.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview – –
Number of applicants per place – –
Use in selection
Degree qualifications (for Minimum upper second class (2:1) Honours degree in a relevant life science
Application
graduate applicants) subject. This should be the first degree obtained.
AAA grades at A level, to include Chemistry and another science, achieved
in one sitting.
Predicted A levels/Scottish
Highers A minimum group of AAAAB grades at SQA Higher level including Chemistry
and another science subject, all to be obtained at the same sitting. Biology
is required to at least Standard grade.
Minimum of eight subjects, at grade B or higher to include Biology, Maths,
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
English.
Minimum total of 37 points, to include 6,6,6 at Higher level. Subjects at
Higher level should include Chemistry and another science (from biology,
International Baccalaureate
physics or mathematics). Plus three subjects at Standard level with average
of grade 6, to include Biology at least to Standard level 6.
Personal statement Personal statement is reviewed prior to interview but not scored.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
If applicant invited to interview, work experience is discussed in personal
Work experience
statement multiple mini-interview station.
Widening participation Taken into account pre-interview. See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: University of Dundee School of Medicine.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 1.5 N/A
Number of applicants per place 16.8 N/A
Use in selection
2:1 in a science-related a science-related degree, including Psychology,
Application
which has been awarded in the two years prior to application. If graduated
prior to this but have undertaken postgraduate study in the past two years,
Degree qualifications (for applicants are also encouraged to apply.
graduate applicants)
Graduates must have grades ABB at A level including Biology and Chemistry,
at least one of which must be at grade A with the other at minimum grade
B, as well as one other subject.
AAA at A level, including Biology and Chemistry, with passes in the
practical elements of both subjects, and one other subject. While Biology
and Chemistry are both required at grade A or above, where Grade A* is
Predicted A levels/Scottish achieved in either Biology or Chemistry (or both Biology and Chemistry),
Highers the third A Level subject will be accepted at Grade B or above.
Scottish Highers: Grades AAAAB including Biology, Chemistry and three
other subjects. Advanced Highers: AAA in Biology, Chemistry and one other
subject.
At least five GCSEs at grade B or grade 6 or above (or equivalent) at the
time of application, including Biology, Chemistry, English Language and
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals Maths are required. GCSE Double Science Awards at grades 6-6 or B-B
or above will also be accepted in lieu of separate GCSEs in Biology and
Chemistry.
36 points to include three subjects at Higher Level, with at 6,6,6 in Biology,
International Baccalaureate Chemistry and one other subject, plus three further subjects at standard
level with a minimum of 5 points each.
Personal statement and reference used to allow us to allow us to
Personal statement
distinguish between borderline applicants.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
No specific work experience is required, but students are asked to draw on
Work experience personal experience as part of the Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs). This
could include work experience.
If you meet a certain Widening Participation (WP) Criterion this may be
Widening participation
used to compensate against your UCAT score.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Edge Hill University Medical School.
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MBBS Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 1.4 4
Number of applicants per place 7.5 19
Use in selection
2:1 in any degree subject, with a minimum of BBB/ABC at A level in the
Application
Degree qualifications (for
first sitting. Must hold six GCSEs at grade 6 or grade B or above, including
graduate applicants)
Mathematics, English Language and either two single science subjects.
AAA at A level including Biology/ Human Biology or Chemistry. General
Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. Science A levels must
include a pass in the practical element.
Applicants taking longer than 2 years will normally be subject to our resit
policy and expected to demonstrate a higher level of achievement by
Predicted A levels/Scottish
achieving an A*, reflecting the longer study period, as per our resit policy.
Highers
Scottish Advanced Highers BBB in Secondary Six (S6) Advanced Highers
including Biology or Chemistry in the first sitting or AB in Secondary Six
(S6) Advanced Highers including Biology or Chemistry plus an additional
Higher Level at grade A taken in Secondary Six (S6), in the first sitting.
Combinations can be substituted with A Levels.
All applicants except for graduates must have a minimum of six GCSE (or
EU/international equivalent) passes at grade 7 (A) to include Maths and
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
two Science subjects. GCSE English Language grade 6 (B) must also be
achieved. GCSE short courses are not accepted. GCSE resits are accepted.
International Baccalaureate 36 points overall with Higher Level 6,6,6 including Biology or Chemistry.
Personal statement is not scored but a commitment to study medicine is
Personal statement
expected.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience is considered at interview. We encourage students to
Work experience undertake people focused work experience and consider how this has
informed their decision to study medicine.
Students who attend UEAs medical aspirations programme and who meet
Widening participation the academic requirements, are guaranteed an interview for the MB BS
Medicine programme. See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Norwich Medical School.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
6 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview N/A N/A
Number of applicants per place – –
Use in selection
2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a Biology, Chemistry,
Application
Degree qualifications (for Mathematics, or Physics based subject. We will also consider applicants
graduate applicants) with a UK 2:1 honours degree in other subjects who have an SQA Higher, A
Level, or equivalent, in Chemistry at B.
AAA at A level including Chemistry and one of Biology/ Human Biology,
Maths and Physics.
BB at Advanced Higher in S6. AAAAB at Higher by the end of S5 including
Predicted A levels/Scottish
Chemistry and two of Biology/Human Biology, Maths or Physics.
Highers
The minimum entry requirements for widening access applicants are: SQA
Highers: AAABB by end of S5 and CC at Advanced Higher. A Levels: AAB. IB:
36 overall with 666 at HL.
National 5s in Biology, Chemistry, English and Maths at grade B.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry, English, Maths at grade 6 (B). Double Award
combined sciences or equivalent at grade 6,6 (BB) may replace GCSE grades
in sciences.
37 points with 7,6,6 at Higher Level including Chemistry and at least one
International Baccalaureate
other science subject.
While it will not be formally assessed, it will play an important part in the
Personal statement
assessment day. See website for details.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Assessment Day
We value quality of experience over quantity. We are looking for clear
evidence of reflection on these experiences, showing us what personal
Work experience
lessons you took from them and using these to demonstrate an aptitude for
medicine. This is drawn upon if invited to Assessment Day.
Edinburgh Medical School considers a broad range of contextual factors
in its selection process. Additional points are added for a range of
Widening participation contextual indicators including: ACORN, SIMD, low progression school, care
experienced or applying through a designated access pathway. See website
for more details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: University of Edinburgh Medical School.
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BMBS Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 2 6
Number of applicants per place 7.5 19
Use in selection
A Levels: AAA at A level including Biology and Chemistry
Application
Predicted A levels/Scottish
Highers AAA at Advanced Higher including Biology and Chemistry. AAAA at Scottish
Higher.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals Minimum GCSE grade 4 (C) in English Language and Maths.
International Baccalaureate 36 points including 6,6 in Higher Level Biology and Chemistry.
The personal statement is evaluated for details regarding mitigating
Personal statement circumstances. The statement is not ranked or scored as part of the
selection process.
For direct school leavers, the UCAT is required.
Admissions test For applicants with A levels (or equivalent) taken more than two full
academic years previously, the GAMSAT is required.
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
We understand that it can be difficult to gain relevant work experience and
so this is not considered as part of our entry requirements, although we do
Work experience
encourage applicants to have an understanding of the attributes and the
responsibilities required to be a great doctor.
Fair access to higher education is hugely important to us at the University
of Exeter. It enables social mobility and helps to improve opportunities and
Widening participation life-chances for individuals and their communities. As a result, we aim for
our application and recruitment processes to be as accessible as possible.
See website for more detail.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: University of Exeter Medical School.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 3 –
Number of applicants per place 9 10
Use in selection
Application
Degree qualifications (graduate A minimum of 2.1 Honours degree in a relevant science degree, obtained
applicants only) within seven years of the entry date.
A level grades AAA including Chemistry and one of Maths, Physics or
Biology. If Biology is not studied at A2 level, it must have been taken at AS
level and a grade A is required. General Studies, Critical Thinking and Global
Predicted A levels/Scottish Perspectives & Research are not accepted.
Highers AAAAA/AAAABB. S5 minimum and two Advanced Highers at AB and
one Higher at B, or S5 minimum and three Advanced Highers at BBB.
Higher Chemistry and Higher Biology/Human Biology AND either Higher
Mathematics or Physics are required.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals GCSE English at Grade B (or Grade 6 or above).
38 points including three Higher Level subjects at 6,6,6, including Chemistry
International Baccalaureate
and Biology.
These can be reviewed for any prospective candidate but are not formally
Personal statement
scored
Admissions test UCAT
Interview method Two-panel interview (semi-structured)
Interview
There is no mandatory requirement for medical work experience,
Work experience but candidates must have a sound understanding of the role and
responsibilities of medical professionals
Widening participation See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: University of Glasgow School of Medicine.
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MBBS Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 2 3
Number of applicants per place 7 16
Use in selection
Application
Degree qualifications (for 2:1 degree and A levels at BBB. 6 GCSEs Grade 9/A* - C/4. GCSE English
graduate applicants) Language grade 6/B. GCSE Maths grade 6/B.
AAA at A level obtained in the first sitting, including Biology and Chemistry.
Predicted A levels/Scottish AAAAB at Higher Level, plus BBB at Advanced Higher Level, including
Highers Biology and Chemistry *or* AAAAA at Higher Level, plus AA at Advanced
Higher Level, including Biology and Chemistry.
6 GCSEs Grade 9/A* - C/4. GCSE English Language grade 6/B. GCSE Maths
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
grade 6/B
36 points. Applicants must have 6,6,5 in three Higher level subjects
International Baccalaureate
including Biology and Chemistry.
Whilst we do not score personal statements, we read all of these and may
Personal statement
use them when making holistic decisions on borderline candidates.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
We do not specify a work experience requirement, but applicants are
Work experience encouraged to reflect upon their work experience in their personal
statement and responses to interview questions.
Applicants who meet our Contextual Data markers receive additional points
in the selection for interview and at interview. These applicants are also
eligible for our Contextual Offer. See website for details.
Widening participation Applicants who attend specified WP Residentials or listed WP programme
and receive a UCAT result of Decile 3 or higher are eligible for a fast track to
interview, additional points at interview and our Contextual Offer.
See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Hull York Medical School.
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MBBS Medicine (A100)
6 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 2 4
Number of applicants per place 5 9
Use in selection
Minimum AAA at A level including Chemistry and Biology plus a third
Application
subject. Please note that the standard offer is likely to be A*AA with the A*
Predicted A levels/Scottish in either Chemistry or Biology.
Highers
AAA grades in Advanced Highers including Chemistry and Biology and one
Science or Maths subject and one additional subject at Scottish Higher.
Minimum of GCSE grade B in English Language or equivalent qualification.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
There is no longer any other GCSE or Scottish Nationals requirement
Minimum 38 points overall including 6 in Biology and Chemistry at Higher
level. Grade 5 in Standard level English is required.
International Baccalaureate
Please note that the standard offer is likely to be 39 points overall including
7 and 6 in Biology and Chemistry at Higher level.
Evidence of motivation to study medicine, understanding of medicine as a
Personal statement career, community activities, leadership qualities, ability to work in a team
and general interests.
Admissions test BMAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple Mini Interviews
Work experience Work experience in a healthcare setting is strongly favoured.
A contextual offer of AAA rather than A*AA may be available. The medical
school is involved in the Pathways to Medicine scheme. See website for
details.
Widening participation
Widening participation candidates are flagged at application stage and this
may be a factor at short-listing stage. The medical school is involved in the
Pathways to Medicine scheme.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Imperial College London School of Medicine.
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MB ChB Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 2.5 7
Number of applicants per place 11 27
Use in selection
If the applicant has a 2:1 degree in any discipline then BBB at A level would
Application
Degree qualifications (for
be considered. Graduate applicants not meeting this requirement must
graduate applicants)
have taken the GAMSAT.
A-Levels: AAA including either Biology or Chemistry plus another from
Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Further Mathematics, Mathematics, Physics,
Psychology, Statistics.
Predicted A levels/Scottish Scottish Highers: minimum of AAAAB, including Chemistry/Biology plus
Highers a second science both at A, to be achieved by the end of S5. Advanced
Highers: Minimum of AB from two subjects (both sciences) sat in S6 - any
additional subject sat at Higher level in S6 must be achieved at grade B or
higher.
Minimum five GCSEs at grade 7 (A). English Language, Maths and Sciences
must have been passed at a minimum of 6 (B).
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals Minimum of five Scottish National 5 qualifications at grade A/1, with a
minimum of grade B/2 required in English Language, Maths and any science
not offered at Higher grade B or better.
35 points from six academic subjects. Grades of 6,6,6 at Higher Level to
International Baccalaureate include biology or chemistry plus a second science and 6,6,5 at Standard
Level usually required.
Personal statement Not assessed but may be used within an interview station.
UCAT (Home applicants) BMAT (International applicants) GAMSAT
Admissions test
(International applicants).
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews plus numeracy assessment.
Interview
Applicants are expected to have experience of direct engagement with
people in need of any kind of care, support or help, and should have
Work experience taken on some responsibility appropriate to their age and environment.
Experiences do not have to be gained in healthcare settings, and no credit
will be given for observation (e.g. workplace shadowing).
Students with specific indicators of educational and socio-economic
Widening participation disadvantage may be eligible for adjustments to entry criteria. See website
for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Keele University School of Medicine.
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BM BS Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 5.2 3.6
Number of applicants per place 15.4 4.8
Use in selection
Application
Predicted A levels/Scottish AAB including Chemistry or Biology, plus one of Chemistry, Biology, Maths,
Highers Psychology or Physics. Excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking.
Five subjects at 9–6 (A*–B) including English Language and Maths plus
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
Biology, Chemistry and Physics or Double Science and another subject.
34 points including Biology or Chemistry at Higher Level 6 and one further
International Baccalaureate Higher Level subject in Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology at
grade 6.
Personal statements are considered for all borderline applicants in order to
Personal statement
promote them into the group selected for interview.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience is desirable, particularly in public-facing roles. KMMS
Work experience recognises it might be difficult to arrange medical sector experience, and
gives equal weight to care sector and other public-facing experience.
Apart from applicants from KMMS and parent universities' partner schools,
KMMS does not define a group of students for special consideration. KMMS
Widening participation
has developed a method of contextualising everyone relative to their
educational background.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Kent and Medway Medical School.
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MBBS Medicine (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview – –
Number of applicants per place – –
Use in selection
Bioscience graduates will be considered with minimum 2:1 undergraduate
Application
Predicted A levels/Scottish
degree. All other graduates will be considered with minimum 2:1 AND
Highers
grades AA at A level in both Biology and Chemistry.
A*AA at A level including Chemistry and Biology.
AAA at Scottish Higher in one sitting and AA at Advanced Higher, including
Predicted A levels/Scottish grade A in Advanced Higher Chemistry and Biology (we do not count the
Highers Higher and Advanced Higher in the same subject). If only one of Chemistry
or Biology is offered at Advanced Higher, the other must be offered at
Higher level at grade A.
GCSEs: Grade 6/B in both English Language and Maths required.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals Scottish Nationals: English and Maths required at N5/Standard Credit grade
1 or 2/ Intermediate 2, with grade B if not offered at Higher.
A total of at least 35 points, with three Higher Level subjects at 766
International Baccalaureate including Chemistry and Biology. Note the total point score of 35 includes
TOK/EE.
Personal statements are used as part of the interview shortlisting process.
Personal statement We are not able to consider applicants whose personal statements are not
focused on Medicine.
Admissions test UCAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
We would normally expect that applicants will have undertaken some
voluntary work experience in a caring/health environment and/or
Work experience observation in a medical clinical setting. It is important for applicants to
have a realistic appreciation of what a career as a health professional
involves.
We do take WP information into consideration when shortlisting for
Widening participation interviews and making final decisions. General information about WP at KCL
can be found here.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: King’s College London School of Medical Education.
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MB ChB Medicine and Surgery (A100)
5 years
Home/European Economic Area International
Number of applicants per interview 3.8 8.1
Number of applicants per place 6.5 40
Use in selection
If applicant has a 2:1 degree in a biological, biomedical or health science
Application
Degree qualifications (for
subject then A level grades of BBB will be considered; for any other degree
graduate applicants)
subject A level grades should be AAB including Biology and Chemistry.
AAA at A level including two from Biology, Chemistry and Psychology.
Applicants who fulfil two or more widening participation criteria, may be
Predicted A levels/Scottish considered for a contextual offer of ABB.
Highers
Scottish Highers: AAAAB at Scottish Highers plus AA in Advanced Highers in
both Biology & Chemistry.
GCSEs must include the following subjects at grade B/6: Core and
Additional Science (or Biology, Chemistry, and Physics), English Language,
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
and Mathematics. If Biology or Chemistry is not studied at A-level, then
GCSE must be at least grade A/7.
36 points overall with at least 6 in three Higher Level subjects including any
International Baccalaureate two of Biology, Chemistry and Psychology and 5 in three Standard Level
subjects.
The personal statement is not used as a stand alone part of our selection
Personal statement
process but may be used as part of the interview.
Admissions test BMAT
Interview
Interview method Multiple mini-interviews
Specific work experience not required though applicants must showcase
evidence of research into a career in medicine. Insight is more important
Work experience
and voluntary placements in hospices, residential homes etc, where there is
interaction with vulnerable people, is just as valuable as shadowing doctors.
Lancaster Medical School has a contextual offer scheme for applicants who
meet two or more widening participation criteria. See website for details.
Widening participation
We also run a range of activities, including a Summer School, to help
widening participation students prepare to apply. See website for details.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself,
see its webpage: Lancaster University Medical School.
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