If you want to study this course as your second degree you need to:
Minimum offer level: A level: A*A*A
To apply to any of our Colleges for Medicine you will need A Levels/IB Higher Levels (or the equivalent) in:
Some Colleges require extra subjects and/or set extra conditions. For example, they may make a higher offer or specifying an A* in a particular subject(s) – generally Chemistry). For more information check the College websites.
We would typically expect candidates to achieve the minimum offer level of A*A*A in a single sitting. However, where candidates have been adversely affected by circumstances outside of their control, we will consider on a case-by-case basis.
Minimum offer level: A1, A1, A2 in Advanced Highers
To apply to any of our Colleges for Medicine you will need Advanced Highers in:
Some Colleges require extra subjects and/or set extra conditions. For example, they may make a higher offer or specifying an A* in a particular subject(s) – generally Chemistry). For more information check the College websites.
We would typically expect candidates to achieve the minimum offer level in a single sitting. However, where candidates have been adversely affected by circumstances outside of their control, we will consider on a case-by-case basis.
Minimum offer level: 41-42 points overall with at least 776 at Higher Level.
To apply to any of our Colleges for Medicine you will need Higher Levels in:
Some Colleges require extra subjects and/or set extra conditions. For example, they may make a higher offer or specifying an A* in a particular subject(s) – generally Chemistry). For more information check the College websites.
We would typically expect candidates to achieve the minimum offer level in a single sitting. However, where candidates have been adversely affected by circumstances outside of their control, we will consider on a case-by-case basis.
No specific requirements.
No specific requirements.
Students begin their training with three years of ‘pre-clinical’ work, involving study of the basic medical sciences. In Year 3 you will be able to specialise in one of a wide range of other subjects. You might see this referred to as intercalation, to qualify for the BA degree.
This is followed by the ‘clinical’ course, lasting three years, during which you will work in hospital wards under the supervision of consultants.
My Cambridge Application is an additional form that you need to complete if you’re applying to study an undergraduate degree at Cambridge.
Competitive candidates are typically predicted at least the minimum offer level.
We would typically expect candidates to achieve the minimum offer level in a single sitting. However, where candidates have been adversely affected by circumstances outside of their control, we will consider on a case-by-case basis.
Clinical work experience is not mandatory. We would want to see that candidates have a good understanding of the role of the medic, and a realistic and informed view of what the profession entails. Work experience is a great way to gain this. Work experience is strongly advised but is not a requirement for a Cambridge Medicine application.
Personal statement is reviewed prior to interview but not scored.
For UCAT results, we will look at an applicant’s overall cognitive subtest score. We will not be using the situational judgement score as part of our assessment for 2026 entry.
We will use results as part of our selection for interview and when making offers. We will consider your results alongside all the other information we know about you.
In person and online traditional panel interviews.
The University and its Colleges are committed to widening participation to higher education. Hundreds of outreach initiatives and events are run each year both in Cambridge and in schools and colleges across the UK.
Learn more about our outreach activities
HE+ is a collaboration between the University of Cambridge’s Admissions Office and Colleges, and state schools/colleges across the UK. The University and schools in 20 regions collaborate to form regional consortia to support highly-able students from under-represented areas and backgrounds, and involves approximately 4,000 students in Year 12 each year.
Apply: Cambridge is a specialist and free programme designed to support highly able students from underrepresented backgrounds and areas to make successful applications to the University of Cambridge. We work with students every step of the way over a 6-month period, helping them navigate the process and effectively prepare for the Cambridge application.
The School of Clinical Medicine offers students a first class scientific approach to medicine. Our programmes help you to develop excellence in good medical practice. This includes your communication, clinical, attitudinal, and practical skills.
Home to over 24,000 students from more than 140 countries, we’re looking for the most academically able students with a passion for their subject and the potential to thrive at the University. If this sounds like you, we hope you’ll apply to join us at Cambridge.
