Last updated: June 2021
Degree (graduate applicants)
Minimum 2.1 in a Life Sciences subject. The degree result is scored and contributes to an application score. See the website for a full list of eligible subjects.
A Levels and Scottish Highers
We require 3 A Levels to have been attained in the last year of secondary school. We require these grades to be at least BBC for non-contextual applicants or CCC for contextual applicants. Biology or Chemistry is required normally.
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
Where the highest qualification in English or Maths is at GCSE, grade A/7 is normally required. We will consider equivalences.
International Baccalaureate
Biology or Chemistry, must be offered at Higher Level. Results are scored.
Personal statement
The personal statement is not scored but sufficient evidence of commitment to medicine must be described.
Admissions test
UCAT. The UCAT SJT is incorporated into an overall score post-interview.
Interview method
Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience
At interview we will assess the values held by an applicant, their motivation towards a career in medicine and their understanding of the medical profession. Due to current pandemic restrictions, we will not require an applicant to draw upon face-to-face experiences. Clinical work experience is not a requirement for applying to this course.
Widening participation
This course offers contextual admissions. When scoring an application contextual data is taken into account relating to secondary school performance. Care leavers will receive compensatory adjustments for both secondary school and degree results. See website for details.
Last updated: June 2021
Degree (graduate applicants)
At least a 2.1 degree in any discipline.
A Levels and Scottish Highers
Academically competitive applicants will generally have at least AAA at A level or equivalent, including an A or A* at Chemistry (passed within seven years of entry), plus A level passes in two of the following: Physics, Biology, Maths.
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
No specific requirements.
International Baccalaureate
Academically competitive applicants will generally have at least 36 points with 6,6,6 at Higher level including Chemistry and two of the following at Higher or Standard level: Physics, Biology, Maths. Those who do not hold these grades should be aware that their application will be in direct competition with those who do.
Personal statement
Personal statement is reviewed prior to interview but not scored.
Personal statement
None.
Interview method
Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience
Medical/healthcare experience as a paid or volunteer worker in the private or public healthcare industry and the shadowing of medical professionals in hospital or GP practice. Varied and consistent hands-on patient care along with experience working within an NHS environment is favoured.
Last updated: June 2021
Degree (graduate applicants)
A Levels and Scottish Highers
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
International Baccalaureate
International Baccalaureate
Admissions test
Interview method
Work experience
Work experience
School of Medicine at Cardiff University and the School of Medical Sciences at Bangor University
Medicine: North Wales (MBBCh) (A102)
4 years
Last updated: May 2020
Additional information
The C21 North Wales/ Gogledd Cymru course has been developed as part of Cardiff University’s commitment to widen access to Medicine in collaboration with Bangor University and Welsh Government. It provides students with the opportunity to undertake their medical degree in North Wales.
The C21 North Wales/ Gogledd Cymru course accepts high performing students from recognised feeder stream courses linked to the School of Medicines Graduate Entry Programme and also students already accepted onto A100 programme who wish to transfer after successful completion of their first year.
Degree (graduate applicants)
A Levels and Welsh Baccalaureate
International Baccalaureate
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
Admissions test
Interview method
King’s College London School of Medical Education
Medicine Graduate, Professional Entry Programme MBBS (A102)
4 years
Last updated: June 2021
Degree (graduate applicants)
A minimum 2:1 (upper second class honours) undergraduate degree (or international equivalent) in a Biosciences subject. Biomedical/life science degrees include: Biomedical Sciences; Physiology; Biochemistry; Pharmacology; Neuroscience; Pharmacy.
A Levels and Scottish Highers
There are no specific A/AS level requirements.
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
There are no specific GCSE requirements.
International Baccalaureate
There are no specific IB requirements.
Personal statement
The personal statement is one of the many factors in the overall assessment of an application.
Admissions test
UCAT
Interview method
Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience
We would normally expect that you will have undertaken some work experience in a caring environment and/or observation in a medical clinical setting. If this is not possible, we look for evidence that you have worked in a setting where you can interact with the general public, eg. in a pharmacy, check-out or restaurant.
Widening participation
Prospective applicants who have taken part in widening participation programmes within King's, are part of Realising Opportunities, or who believe they meet any other widening participation criteria should contact the admissions team for advice before making an application.
Contextual admissions
This course offers contextual admissions. See website for details.
Last updated: May 2020
Degree (graduate applicants)
A Levels and Scottish Highers
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
International Baccalaureate
Personal statement
Admissions test
Interview method
Work experience
Newcastle University Medical School
MBBS Medicine and Surgery (Accelerated Programme) (A101)
4 years
Last updated: June 2021
Degree (graduate applicants)
2.1 achieved in any previous honours degree, or integrated Master’s or be a practising healthcare professional with a post-registration qualification.
A Levels and Scottish Highers
Not scored.
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
Not scored.
International Baccalaureate
Not scored.
Personal statement
Not used prior or at interview. It is consulted prior to offers being made but is not scored.
Admissions test
UCAT
Interview method
Multiple mini-interviews
Work experience
Emphasis on applicants being able to show a commitment to caring, which can be accomplished in a number of ways other than in a hospital or general practice setting, for example by volunteering in an elderly care home, hospice, nursery or helping someone less fortunate.
Last updated: June 2021
Degree (graduate applicants)
Minimum 2.2 expected in previous degree in any subject.
A Levels and Scottish Highers
Not scored.
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
Not scored.
International Baccalaureate
Not scored.
Personal statement
The personal statement is read following interview only. It plays an infrequent role in the procedure.
Admissions test
GAMSAT
Interview method
Usually multiple mini-interviews if face-to-face. During the pandemic interviews were held remotely and were not MMIs.
Work experience
Work experience is usually taken into consideration, however, it is acknowledged that candidates may not have been able to gain any work or volunteering experience during the pandemic.
Work experience does not need to be as a Healthcare Assistant or in a hospital setting. Experience can be voluntary or based on shadowing.
Widening participation
Applications are accepted (and encouraged) and welcomed from a diverse range of students. Students who have studied a science or non-science degree are welcome to apply.
Last updated: June 2021
Degree (graduate applicants)
A degree in applied or experimental science with a degree class of 2.1 or above (or a GPA above 3.5). Graduates in subjects other than bioscience must also have biology or dual-award science at GCSE or O-level, or an equivalent qualification.
A Levels and Scottish Highers
Passes at A-level of at least AAB with an A or A* in Chemistry (grade requirements apply if A-levels were taken within the last 5 years; applicants whose exams were taken more than 5 years prior to the year of application are not required to have AAB, although their grades will be assessed carefully at the shortlisting stage).
Scottish applicants must have AAB with an A in Scottish Advanced Higher Chemistry if taken within last 5 years. Applicants with a degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry (2.1 or above) are exempt from this requirement. Applicants must also have one from Biology, Physics or Mathematics at Scottish Advanced Higher Level.
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
Applicants with a degree in a subject other than bioscience must have a qualification in biology at GCSE or equivalent level.
International Baccalaureate
Applicants must have an overall score of 36 (including core points) and scores of 6 in subjects taken at Higher Level. Applicants are required to offer the following subjects at Higher Level: i) Chemistry (unless applicants have a degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry with a 2.1 or above) ii) At least one from Biology, Physics or Mathematics.
Personal statement
Considered in the light of the explicit selection criteria.
Admissions test
BMAT
Interview method
Panel interviews at two colleges.
Work experience
All applicants must show evidence of their genuine commitment and personal suitability to medicine as demonstrated through any relevant work experience in a health or social care setting.
Widening participation
Queen Mary University, Barts and the London School of Medicine
MBBS Medicine Graduate Entry Programme (A101)
4 years
Last updated: June 2021
Degree (graduate applicants)
You may apply in the final year of your degree and must be predicted/achieved at least an upper second class honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject. Degrees are divided into three categories, you can find more information on our degree title checker.
A Levels and Scottish Highers
GCSEs and Scottish Nationals
International Baccalaureate
Personal statement
Referred to at interview but not part of the initial assessment process.
Admissions test
UCAT
Interview method
Assessment centre
Work experience
Selectors strongly recommend that candidates have explored what a career in medicine entails and that this is reinforced by work experience. The interview will explore your understanding of the realities of a career in medicine.