2:1 classification in a relevant* undergraduate UK Honours degree, plus GCSEs in Mathematics and English Language at Grade 5 or equivalent.
2:1 classification in any Honours degree, plus meeting the standard/contextual A Level and GCSE requirements.
*Please contact [email protected] for enquiries regarding relevant degrees.
AAA, to include Biology.
A Level General Studies, Critical Thinking, EPQ, Global Perspectives, and Citizenship Studies will not be accepted.
Grade of A in Biology at Advanced Highers, and:
AAABB achieved at Highers, including Biology, Chemistry, Maths, and English Language. A grade of A must be achieved in Biology.
36 points overall with Higher Level Biology grade 6, and at least 6 Grade As in IB Middle Years or GCSE to include Biology and Chemistry at grade 6(A) and English Language and Maths at grade 5 (B).
At least six GCSEs at Grade 7 or above (or equivalent where A*-C grades are awarded), to include Biology and Chemistry or Double Science. Minimum grade 6 in both English Language and Mathematics.
At least 6 Grade As in National 5 qualifications (or GCSE) including Biology, Chemistry, and a minimum of Grade B in both Maths and English Language.
This course uses multiple teaching methods.
Team-Based Learning (TBL) is an active learning method that engages students in a structured approach. Students collaborate with their team to solve problems and receive immediate feedback.
Case-Based Learning (CBL) is a tutorial-based, group learning approach where students work through real-world clinical scenarios across subjects such as cardiology, respiratory, and gastroenterology.
During each session, you’ll identify key learning outcomes and use them to guide your study, following a patient case from initial presentation through to diagnosis and management.
The goal of CBL is to help students apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations. This better prepares you for reviewing real cases during clinical placements.
We do not use/consider predicted grades.
A Level resits are permitted. Resits must achieve AAA or, if contextual, AAB with one A in Biology. We would usually expect resits to have happened within two years of the initial sit.
GCSE resits are permitted but must be awarded by the time of application.
We don’t have specific works experience criteria. Clinical experience is not required.
We would expect applicants to:
Checked after the interview before offers are made.
The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) is a requirement for application. This must be taken in the same admission cycle as the application to study medicine is made.
SJT and individual test section scores converted to points and added to GCSE points score to create an overall Academic Score which is used to rank students to call to interview. An achieved Situational Judgement Test (SJT) Band 4 will not be considered, and applications will automatically be rejected.
The medical school does not have a set UCAT cut-off. The admissions team will review how the UCAT is used on an annual basis.
Multiple mini interviews.
As an institution, equality of opportunity in higher education locally, regionally, and nationally, is a key part of who we are. By supporting underrepresented groups in accessing and being successful in higher education, we are ensuring that we encourage excellence from all walks of life, strengthening our diverse One Community.
We are achieving this through outreach in schools and communities, implementing processes and policies which level the playing field for getting into university, and providing ongoing, dedicated support throughout students’ studies.
More information on widening access
A separate score is created from various contextual criteria and added to the combined academic score when reviewing applicants. Applicants who are eligible for a contextual offer for Medicine will have their offer reduced by one grade.
We will take into account the following information when reviewing your application:
The contextual A Level offer is AAB, where one of the A grades must be in Biology. Applicants must have studied three A Levels or equivalent to be eligible for a contextual offer for Medicine.
Set against the backdrop of a beautiful and historic city, the University of Lincoln sits at the heart of it all on the picturesque Brayford Pool waterfront, with almost everything you’ll need either on campus or just a short walk away.
At Lincoln, you’ll be taught by experienced clinicians and tutors, research a topic from a broad selection of specialisms and learn in our new, purpose-built facilities at the Lincoln Medical School. You’ll be based in the second largest county in England, enabling you to experience varied patient care across multiple settings across Lincolnshire NHS trusts.
