2.1 plus BBB at A Level.
AAA to include Chemistry or Biology and a second science subject.
Scottish Highers + Advanced Higher/s AAABB + AA in Chemistry or Biology and a second science.
36, with 6 in three Higher Level subjects including Chemistry or Biology and a second science, and no less than 4 in all Standard Level subjects.
5 GCSEs at grade 7/A, with at least grade 6/B in Maths, English Language and the science subjects (Dual Award Science also acceptable).
5 grades at 7/A, with at least grade 6/B in Maths, English Language and the science subjects (Dual Award Science also acceptable).
We welcome applications from candidates who have completed a QAA-approved Access to HE Diploma (Medicine). Applicants can only apply using an Access qualification if they have not studied Biology or Chemistry A Levels (or equivalent) or a relevant science degree within the three years prior to starting their Access course. See below for grade requirements.
Students begin their training with ‘pre-clinical’ work, involving study of the basic medical sciences.
This is followed by the ‘clinical’ course, during which you will work in hospital wards under the supervision of consultants.
Predicted grades for school leaving qualifications and undergraduate degree classifications are accepted.
Resits are accepted.
Clinical experience is not required. Work experience is discussed at interview.
Not scored.
UCAT.
Each year, we set a minimum UCAT score threshold, which is 1800 for 2026 entry.
Applications will be ranked according to their UCAT scores and only those with the highest UCAT scores will be invited to interview.
For home applicants, we use a multiple mini-interview (MMI) format, which applicants attend in person. International applicants will be invited to an online panel interview.
We have a range of support and opportunities available to enable students from backgrounds that are under-represented in higher education to study Medicine.
Access to Sheffield (Medicine) offers support and guidance through a range of activities related to medicine which aim to raise awareness, aspiration, and levels of achievement.
The programme is for you if you’re interested in becoming a doctor, and offers a range of activities which will benefit you when reflecting on your experiences, whether that’s on your UCAS application or at a medical school interview.
As part of the selection process for our undergraduate courses, we review contextual data and use this additional information about your application to support our decision-making. Please note this only applies to applicants with Home fee status.
If you’re from one or more of the following backgrounds covered by our Access+ scheme you could be eligible for a contextual offer, as well as additional consideration when exam results are released.
If you’ve participated in one of the access programmes offered by the University of Sheffield, or the national Realising Opportunities programme, you’ll be eligible for a contextual offer.
A Levels + a fourth Level 3 qualification:
AAB, including Chemistry or Biology (at grade A) and a second science + A in the EPQ (EPQ and A Levels must be taken in the same sitting to receive the alternative offer).
International Baccalaureate:
34, with 6 in Higher Level Chemistry or Biology, and 6,5 in two further Higher Level subjects including and a second science, and no less than 4 in all Standard Level subjects.
Scottish Highers + Advanced Higher/s:
AABBB + AB in Chemistry or Biology (at grade A) and a second science.
Sheffield is a research university with a global reputation for excellence. We’re renowned for the excellence, impact and distinctiveness of our research-led learning and teaching.
With a strong focus on patient-centred learning, our course is designed to educate and train you to become an excellent doctor. Over the programme, you can gain the clinical abilities, knowledge, attitudes and professional behaviours you will need to thrive in medicine.
