Applicants currently in S5:
BBBB in Scottish Highers obtained at one sitting in S5, which must include Chemistry and one other from Biology, Mathematics or Physics
Applicants currently in S6:
All requirements for S5 entry should be met
CC at Higher or Advanced Higher in S6 subjects
If Higher Chemistry has not been taken in S5, B in Higher Chemistry will also be required in S6
If Biology, Mathematics or English have not been passed at Scottish Higher level, each must normally have been passed at grade B in Scottish National 5.
This programme is targeted at Scottish students who meet specific widening access criteria, ensuring that those from under-represented backgrounds have an equal opportunity to access medical education.
Eligibility is based on several factors, including:
The UCAS application deadline for this course is 29 January.
Biology and chemistry modules are taught through a combination of:
We accept predicted grades made by a current teacher or tutor.
Applicants who re-take their advanced level studies to meet the entry requirements for Medicine will not normally be considered.
Re-sitting GCSEs (or equivalent) is allowed if the purpose is to meet a specific subject requirement. For example, GCSE English at grade C could be re-taken to achieve Grade B.
Work Experience is provided within the programme and is not essential prior to application.
Used as one component in selection for interview.
Online multiple mini interviews.
This is a widening participation course designed to transform the aspirations of Scottish secondary pupils from widening access backgrounds.
The Gateway to Medicine programme is a one-year course in the Faculty of Science, but with contributions from staff in the Faculty of Medicine. During the Gateway year students will undertake first-year undergraduate modules in Biology and Chemistry along with modules in one other subject. Students will also be enrolled in additional ‘Preparation for Medicine’ modules, which provide tutoring, medical related content and skills development.
The aim of the Gateway year is to prepare students to progress to one of our medical programmes, however, the Gateway to Medicine also leaves options open for those who are unable to progress to medicine or have a change of career goals during the year.
In order to progress to one of our medical degree programmes, students must have:
Students who do not meet the entry requirements for progression to our medical degree will remain in the Faculty of Science and could transfer onto the second year of either the Gateway to Arts or Gateway to Science programme and continue their studies on a different degree pathway.
Over the last 600 years, the University of St Andrews has established a reputation as one of the world’s leading teaching centres.
Medicine MBChB (ScotCOM) is focused on community-based clinical teaching, providing students with a comprehensive understanding of primary care services, whilst ensuring exposure and understanding of hospital-based care. Additionally, the programme aims to produce graduates for high-demand specialties, address regional healthcare needs, and promote principles of medicine and healthcare improvement.
