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Entry CriteriaUK and Ireland, medicine, GEM and dentistry
Where To Apply › 2023 sheet for comparison
2023 sheet for comparison
Figures are on the current UCAT scale of 2700 unless a cell says otherwise.
The original 2023 spreadsheet - main Medicine page, copied here for comparison
Transcribed exactly as written in 'Medicine entry criteria.xlsx', including its original typos and abbreviations. Nothing here has been corrected or updated - that is the point, so you can see what changed. Most UCAT figures on this page are on the old 3600 scale.
| University (as written in 2023 sheet) | GCSE | A Level | IB | UCAT | English / IELTS | Notes | Interview offer ratio |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aberdeen | GCSE if both English Language and Mathematics at grade 6/B. GCSE Biology and Physics recommended (grade 6/B or above) | AAAAB (Highers) CHemistry and two of Maths, Physics, Biology and Human Biology. AAB A levels, Chemistry, plus one of biology, maths, physics and one other subject. | Minimum of 36 points including at least 3 HL at 6 and 3 SL with an average of 6. HL Chemistry; plus HL in Maths, Biology or Physics, and one other subject. If only 2 sciences offered at HL, must have a further science subject at SL | Lowest Scottish/ EU: 2320, UK 2440, other internationsl 2390 | IELTS OVERALL - 7.0 with: Listening - 5.5; Reading - 5.5; Speaking - 7.0; Writing - 6.0; TOEFL iBT OVERALL - 100 with: Listening - 21; Reading - 22; Speaking - 28; Writing - 21; PTE Academic OVERALL - 70 with: Listening - 59; Reading - 59; Speaking - 70; Writing - 59; Cambridge English B2, C1, C2, OVERALL - 185 with: Listening - 162; Reading - 162; Speaking - 185; Writing - 169 | 254 to scottish students, 25 to rest of UK, 19 international 21% | 772 interviewed, 298 offers = 38% |
| Glasgow | Additional requirements: A-levels Chemistry and Biology or Physics or Mathematics. GCSE English at Grade B or 6. GCSE Biology at Grade B or 6 | AAAAA Higher at end of S5 + BB Advanced Higher. Additional requirements: Highers Chemistry, Biology and Physics or Mathematics. National 5 English at Grade B. UCAT Offers conditional on S6 performance. | 38 (6,6,6 HL), HL subjects Chemistry and Biology SL Physics or Mathematics at 6 (HL recommended) SL English at 6 | lowest 2640 UK, 2570 scottish | *879 interviewed, 576 offers = 65% | ||
| Edinburgh | SQA Highers: AAAAA by end of S5 and BB at Advanced Higher in S6. Chemistry and two from Biology, Mathematics/Applications of Mathematics or Physics | IB: 40 points with 766 at HL (7 in Chemistry). | Cut 0ff 2450 for 2025, Apply a scoring system and a cut off. | IELTS Academic: total 7.5 with at least 7.5 in each component, TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 110 with at least 25 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. PTE Academic: total 76 with at least 76 in each component. older than 3.5 years from start date of the degree. | 170 Scotland fee places, 56 UK Ireland places, 25 overseas. Do not accept resits | Scottish 71%, UK 90% | |
| Dundee | AAAAB (Advanced higher, with higher chemistry and another science/maths. AAABB Widening access), AAA Chemistry and another science or maths. | No minimum cut off, average 2675, lowest 1900 | 7.0 in all skills, Or PTE UKIV, TOEFL iBT, Trinity ISE. Help with pre-sessional English for offer holders. | 67% interviewed get offers | |||
| St Andrews | 5 Grade A (7 or above) Must have Biology, Maths and English (language or literature) if not studied at A level | AAAAB (S5. Must include Chemistry and Biology, or maths, or physics.)AAA, min AAB | Ranked on UCAT score, top 500 interviewed, lowest interviewed (Scottish)in 2024 = 2390, average = 2698, (UK) lowest = 2770, average = 2981. SJT 1 or 2. Internations students have the lowest interviewed last year of 2200. No official threshold. | 7.0 in all sections | 2021/2022 86%. 436 interviews, 400 offers made | ||
| Anglia Ruskin | 5 GCSE's, grades A-B (9-6) including English Language, maths and two sciences | Scottish highers AAAAA, A level AAA Must have chemistry and Biology and 2 of Chemistry, Biology, Maths, Physics | A minimum of 36 points is accepted. 666 at Higher Level in Biology and/or Chemistry plus one other science and including Mathematics or English | No minimum cut off, students ranked by UCAT, SJT band 4 rejected. | IELTS: 7.5 overall (minimum 7.0 in each component) taken within two academic years prior to the time of application | Casper test. FOI: https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/a100_medicine_statistics_2019251 | 38 % 2022 |
| Bangor | 9 GCSE's Grades 6 and above - English/ Welsh language, Double science or Chemistry and Biology, Maths | AAA must include Biology and one of - Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths, Economics, Physics. | 36 overall, 19 higher level. Theory of Knowledge and extended essay are excluded | No cut off but is used in selection for interview | International students not accepted | Resits not accepted. 80 places to start incresing to 140 by 2029 | unknown so far |
| Bristol | 7/A Maths, 4 or C in English, | AAA Must have Chemistry, and Biology or, Maths, or Physics, or further maths | 36 points overall with 18 at Higher Level, including 6, 6 at Higher Level in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics (either Analysis and Approaches or Applications and Interpretations) | Threshold 2940 home fro 2024, 2960 overseas | 7.5 over all, 7.0 in all skills, GCSE language B or 6, or equivalent | 372 places home, 28 international | 49% |
| Birmingham | 7 6/B. Weighted 45%. Biology and Chemistry (Or dual award), English language, Maths (Or methods in maths, or applications of maths.) English language required. Note each GCSE which they Rank will receive a score 8 or 9 =4, 7=2 and 6=1, so don't take the low minimum for granted. | A*AA Chemistry and Biology/Human biology required | Weighted 40%. You receive a score based on the decile or which yoru UCAT lands in. Average 3000 unless it is a contextual offer, lowest accepted was 2670. | IELTS - 7.0 overall with no less than 7.0 in any band, TOEFL 95 overall, no less than 23 in any band, PTE 67 in all four skills, Cambridge English Proficiency min 185 and no less than 185nin any component | 372 home places, 28 international not a good idea for people from private schools | 54% | |
| Edge Hill | at least five GCSEs at Grade B or Grade 6 or above (or equivalent) at the time of application, including Biology, Chemistry, English Language and Mathematics. GCSE Double Science Awards, at Grades 6-6 or B-B or above, will also be accepted in lieu of separate GCSEs in Biology and Chemistry | Grades AAA at A Level are required, Must have Biology and chemistry, if A* is achieved in Biology or chemistry a B will be accepted in third subject. General Studies, Critical Reasoning, Citizenship and Key Skills will not be accepted | 36 points or more three subjects at higher level, at least 6 points in Biology, 6 points in Chemistry and one other subject, plus three further subjects at standard level with a minimum of 5 points each. If you are studying International Baccalaureate Biology and/or International Baccalaureate Chemistry in combination with other A Level subjects, this can be accepted as long as 6 points at higher level are achieved in these subjects. | Threshold 2610 in 2023, avergage 2748 | These levels are currently IELTS of 7.5 overall (with no elements below 7.0) for entry onto the MBChB with FY and the MBChB Programmes. IELTS do not need to be gained prior to application but must be listed as pending on the application form and achieved prior to interview. IELTS cannot replace GCSE English Language at Grade B or Grade 6 or above for applicants who have studied GCSEs. For applicants who have already completed IELTS, these must be gained within two years of starting the course | 30 places, incresing to 80 by 2025 | |
| Kings | A*AA must have Chemistry and Biology. Please note that A-level General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives are not accepted. EPQ not considered. | 35 points including 766 at Higher Level, must include grade 6 higher level Biology and Chemistry. The total point score of 35 includes TOK/EE | No cut off. Lowest in 2023 was 2520, average 2935, SJT Band 1 and 2 | Most candidates are not required to complete and english test | Only Accept internal foundtion programme. recieve 5000 application | 30-34%. interview 1200-1400 candidates, 410 places | |
| Barts and London | at least six GCSEs at grades 777666 (AAABBB pre 2017) including Biology, Chemistry, English Language or English Literature and Mathematics. The Science Double Award may substitute all sciences at GCSE, GCSE's not required for graduates. | A*AA, must include chemistry, and one of Maths, Biology or physics. Critical thinking and general studies are not accepted and only one maths will be accepted. A* may be in any A level | 38 points overall and three Higher Level subjects at 666 including Chemistry or Biology plus one further science subject from (Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Maths). Three further subjects at Standard Level including Chemistry or Biology if not both offered at Higher Level. | Must be anbove fourth decile and weighted with academic grades. SJT band 4 will be rejected. UCAT and grades are weighted 50:50. 2023 min UCAT was 2720 avg 2870 | IELTS score of 7.0 overall with 6.5 in writing and 5.5 in the other components. This must be taken within two years of starting the course. Or GCSE English langugae Grade 6 | 308 places. Accepts resist under certain conditions | interview about half applicants, interview offer ration is about 58% |
| Manchester | We require at least seven GCSEs at grade A (7) or A* (8+). English Language, Mathematics and at least two science subjects are required at GCSE minimum grade B (6). | AAA including: Chemistry or Biology/Human Biology; and one of the following subjects from Chemistry; Biology/Human Biology; Physics; Psychology; Mathematics or Further Mathematics. | 37 points are required overall (to include core points) with at least 766 at higher level. | SJT bands 1 and 2 are prioritised. Threshold was 2750 in 2023, average score was 2776. widening participation was 2620 minimum. Band 3 not considered | IGCSE English first language at grade B or second language at grade A. (IELTS): minimum score of 7.0 and with not less than 6.5 in any one component taken at the same sitting. (PTE): An overall score of 65 with no less than 65 in each of the communicative skills domains taken at the same sitting. (CAE), or (CPE): An overall score of 185 with no less than 185 in each of the scoring domains taken at the same sitting. A score of 5 at Standard or Higher level as part of the International Baccalaureate diploma. | 733 places. 28 international. | 1248 interviewed, 733 offers = 58%. 27% overseas applicants |
| Newcastle | AAA in any subject excluding General Studies, Use of Mathematics, World Development, Communication and Culture and Critical Thinking. | A minimum of 36 points including minimum of grade 5 in all subjects. | THreshold 2850(Home) 2600 (Overseas) | minimum score of IELTS 7.0 or equivalent including 7.0 in each of the four elements of the test. TOEFL - 100 (with a minimum of 22 in listening, 24 in reading, 25 in speaking, and 24 in writing). Pearsons - 69 overall (with a minimum of 67 in all sub-skills). | Through one of our contextual routes, you could receive an offer of up to three grades lower than the typical requirements. 342 places | 50% home, 67% international | |
| Southampton | BM5 (standard and contextual applications) - applicants must hold 7 GSCEs at grade B/6 or above, including English language, mathematics and either biology and chemistry, combined science, or science and additional science. BM5 Graduate applicant - See BM4 for entry requirements (Degree and GCSEs need to be offered). Applicants must hold 4 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including English language, mathematics and either biology and chemistry, combined science, or science and additional science. | AAA to include A level Biology and one additional science (with a pass in the practical element where it is separately endorsed). Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking | Overall score of 36 points with 18 at Higher Level, with 6 in Biology and one additional Science | Southampton does not use academics or personal statement to help them make the decision as to who to invite to interview. Threshold was 2810 in 2023, 2730 for contextual applicants. SJT 1 and 2 only | IELTS score requirements: overall score 7.0 reading 7.0 writing 7.0 speaking 7.0 listening 7.0 | https://www.southampton.ac.uk/studentadmin/admissions/admissions-policies/language.page 372 places | 50% |
| Warwick | We do NOT consider your GCSE examination results | We do NOT consider your A-level examinatin results | only graduate applicants are accepted. SJT not considered. Mean score for VR must be achieved. Threshold 2580 2023, 2660 2022 | (CAE) - Overall score: 190 - 2 at 170, 2 at 190. (CPE) - 190 overall; 2 at 170, 2 at 190 (TOEFL) - 100, comprising Reading 22, Listening 21, Speaking 23, Writing 21. (ISE III) - Merit Merit Pass Pass in four components. (ISE IV) - Pass Pass Pass Pass in four components. (Pearsons) - 70 (including 59 + in all components). (IELTS) - 7.0, two at 6.0/6.5 & rest 7.0+ | A minimum of an upper second class honours (2:1) degree (or overseas equivalent) in any subject. All applicants must complete at least 70 hours of health or social care related work experience in the last three years. | 55% home students | |
| St. Georges | Five subjects graded 6 (B) or above, which must include English Language, Maths and Science (Double or Triple Award). | AAA, Including Chemistry and Biology or Human Biology. | Full Award Diploma, Overall score of 36. 18 points at Higher Level, including a minimum grade 6 in Biology and Chemistry. At Standard Level, a minimum score of 5 must be attained in Maths and English, if at least a 6 (B) has not previously been attained in GCSE/IGCSE Maths and English. For English, we accept A (language & literature) or B (language). | Minimum 500 in each individual section. Threshold was 2630 in 2023 for non-graduates. | (IELTS) - 7.0 overall with 7.0 in Writing and 6.5 in all other components. (TOEFL) - 93 overall with 27 in Writing, 20 in Listening and Speaking, and 19 in Reading. (CAE) and (CPE) - 185 overall with 185 in Writing and 176 in all other components. (ISE III) - with pass in all components. (Pearsons) - 65 overall with 65 in Writing and 59 in all other components. (OCTOE) - 70% overall with 70% in writing and 65% in all other components. (OET) - Grade B/350 in all elements. (SELT) and (ESOL) - C1 Expert with 33 in each component OR C2 Mastery with 233 in Writing, Speaking and Reading, and 25 in Listening. | 165 home places, 19 international | 20-35% depending on the year |
| Hull York | 6 GCSEs at Grade 9/A* - 4/C or equivalent, including English Language and Maths at Grade 6/B or above. | 3 x A levels (including Biology and Chemistry) with a minimum prediction of AAB. | Our Standard offer: 36 points in the International Baccalaureate with 6,6,5 in three Higher Level subjects, including 6 in Biology and Chemistry. | SJT 4 rejected, up to 40 points awarded for UCAT score, upto 15 for SJT. average UCAT 2690 | IELTS score of 7.5 with a minimum of 7.0 in every component, obtained within the last two years. Pearson Test of English (Academic): Total score of 73 with a minimum of 65 in every component obtained in the last two years. Cambridge C1 Advanced: Score of 195 with a minimum of 190 in every component obtained in the last two years. TOEFL: Total score of 105 with minimum 24 in writing, 26 in speaking and 22 in both listening and reading, obtained in the last two years. | Ranking: 30 points for GCSEs, 40 points for UCAT Score. PS is not scored, but may be takem into consideration during selection. 306 places. 8 internations in 2025 | 41% 2022. 684 interviewed and 284 offers made. |
| Leicester | You must have English Language, Maths and either Double Science or Chemistry and Biology - all at Grade B or 6. | AAA in three subjects including Chemistry or Biology and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology, but excluding General Studies, Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking or Global Perspectives. Our standard offer is AAA, although we will consider applicants with predicted or obtained A*AB provided they have at least an A*A in Chemistry or Biology, and one other science from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. Maths and Further Maths count as one subject. Human Biology and Biology count as one subject. | Pass Diploma with 34 points overall including three higher level subjects at Grade 6 or above including Chemistry or Biology, plus one other science from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. We also accept three higher level subjects at grades 7,6,5 with 7,6 in Biology or Chemistry and one other science from Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics or Psychology. | SJT 4 rejected. Bottom two deciles are likely to be rejected. Points are awared based on scoring system of GCSE's and UCAT, bottom 2 deciles are unlikely to score enough points to be invited in interview. In previous years People scoring as low as 2270 have been interviewed average is over 2600. UCAT and academics wighted 50:50 | IELTS 7.5 with at least 7.0 in each component. If your first language is not English, you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability | 272 home places, 18 international | 2023 40% |
| Liverpool | 9 GCSE's must include English Language, Mathematic, Biology, Chemistry, and Physics (or Core & Additional Science, combined or triple science) at minimum grade B/6. A minimum score of 15 points from the best 9 GCSEs or equivalents (where A*/A/7/8/9 = 2 points; B/6 = 1 points). BTEC (Non-Science) Level 2 and OCR awards (Distinction*/Distinction = 2 points) BTEC (Non-Science) Level 2 and OCR awards (Merit = 1 point). Two points is the maximum score awarded in each subject area (e.g. only one of Maths and Further Maths). No more than two Level 2 BTEC qualifications or OCR awards will be considered as part of the 9 GCSEs/equivalents. These cannot be used as replacements for English Language, Maths and Science subjects. | AAA to include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics and a third academic subject. Alternatively A*AB also accepted but the A* A grades must include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Maths; and a B grade required in the third academic subject. FOUNDATION YEAR AVAILABLE | 36 points overall (at first sitting): Higher level (HL) a minimum of 6,6,6 to include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics and a third academic subject. 5,5,5 at standard level (subjects not offered at HL). Alternatively, 36 points overall (at first sitting): Higher level (HL) a minimum of 7,6,5 but the 7 and 6 grades must include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics in any order and 5 in a third academic subject. 5,5,5 at standard level | SJT 4 rejected. points system. 2023 UCAT 2660 competitive for home students and 2770 for international pplicants. | o9 | 302 places including 32 international places | Varies from 30-60% |
| Cardiff | GCSE Double Science at grades BB/66 (or grade B/6 in Biology and Chemistry separately), and GCSE Maths grade B/6, and five other GCSEs at grade B/6, or equivalent qualifications (level, subjects and grade). English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade B/6 or an equivalent (if you require a Student visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements). | AAA. Must include Biology and Chemistry. You will need to pass the science practical element of the A-level if this is part of your programme of study. graduate applicant, you must have or be working towards a 2:1 (Hons) in your degree and have BBB/ABC at A-level (or equivalent), including subject requirements and meet the minimum GCSE requirements | 36 overall (excluding Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay) including 19 at HL. Must include grade 6 in Biology and Chemistry. Grade 7 in SL Biology or Chemistry can be taken in place of HL Biology or Chemistry if you also have grade 6 in HL Maths, Physics, or Statistics. We do not accept IB repeats. | Must be completed, but no minimum score and only used when deciding between applicants | Grade B or grade 6 in GCSE English Language. IELTS At least 7.0 overall with a minimum of 7.0 in speaking and a minimum of 6.5 in all other subskills. TOEFL iBT At least 100 with a minimum of 24 in speaking and 22 in all other subskills. PTE Academic At least 76 overall with a minimum of 76 in speaking and a minimum of 69 in all other communicative skills. Trinity ISE III: at least a Merit in all components. | 300 places. 25 international | 45-60% |
| Kent and medway | 5 subjects at Grade 9-6 (or A*-B under the old grading system) minimum. Must include English Language, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics (or Double Science and one other subject). | AAB minimum. Must include Chemistry and/or Biology. If both chemistry and biology are not offered there must be one other from Physics, Maths, Psychology or Computer Science. Critical Thinking and/or General Studies are not accepted. A pass in the practical endorsement is required for any science A level taken. | 34 minimum. Must include Chemistry and/or Biology at Higher Level. If both are not offered at Higher Level, there should be a second science offered which must be one from Physics, Maths, or Psychology. A minimum score of 6 in both Higher level science subjects should be achieved. | KMMS operated a selection threshold of total UCAT score 2470 or above (corresponding to the 44th centile) and UCAT SJT band 3 or above, in 2022-3. | (IELTS) - 7.0 overall and a minimum of 7.0 in each component (Reading, Writing, Speaking and Listening). (CAE and CPE) - 191 overall with a minimum of 184 in Writing, Reading, Speaking and Listening. (TOEFL) - 104 overall including at least 26 in all components. PTE (Pearson) - 70 overall with 70 in each component. | 110 places. https://kmms.ac.uk/entry-requirements-2024/ | 33% has 100 places and 10 international |
| Plymouth | Applicants need to achieve 7 GCSE passes (grade C/grade 4 or higher) which must include: English language, Mathematics and two Science subjects - either GCSE Double Award Science or two from single award Chemistry, Biology, or Physics. | A*AA - AAA at GCE A level which must include: Grade A in biology, Grade A in a second science from Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology and your third A level can be from any subject area and does not need to be science based. (General studies is not accepted.) | 36-38 points overall to include the following: Higher level 6 in biology and Higher Level 6 in one further science from Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology. | Entry cut-off for 2023 is 2680. (International) 2440. | (IIELTS) band 7.5 or above with at least 7.0 in each of the Speaking and Listening sections. (lGCSE) or (GCSE) English Language (as a first language) grade A / 7. (IB) score of 6 at the ordinary level in English Language (as a first language). | 150 places, 10-15 international | 50% |
| Queens Belfast | GCSE Mathematics minimum grade C/4 and either GCSE Physics minimum grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science minimum grades CC/44 are required if these subjects are not offered at AS-level or A-level. | AAA at A-level + A in a fourth AS-level subject including A-level Chemistry plus at least one other A-level from Biology/Human Biology, Mathematics or Physics OR A*AA at A-level including Chemistry and Biology/Human Biology OR A*AA at A-level including Chemistry and either Mathematics or Physics + AS-level Biology grade B. | Ranking system but no fixed cut off. Points for GCSEs 1-4, UCAT up to 6 points. SJT important for offers. | An IELTS score of 7.5 overall, with a minimum of 7.0 in Speaking and Listening and 6.5 in Reading and Writing, or an equivalent acceptable qualification. https://www.qub.ac.uk/International/International-students/Applying/English-language-requirements/ | 326 places, 26 international | 33% | |
| Sunderland | 5 subjects at grade A (7) with a minimum of grade B (6) in Maths, English Language, Biology, Chemistry and Physics. We DO accept GCSE re-sits. | A Levels in three subjects at grades of AAA are required, including Biology or Chemistry plus another designated science subject (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths/Further Maths/Statistics) and a third academic subject. | 35 points including three grade 6 passes at IB Higher Level and grades of 6, 6, 5 at Standard Level are required. Higher Level subjects must include Chemistry or Biology, plus one from Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Maths and a third rigorous subject. Any science not taken at the Higher Level must be offered at Standard Level grade 5 or GCSE grade B (or equivalent). | Scores must be within top 8 deciles of the cohort and situational judgement test (SJT) must be within bands 1-3. | Sunderland are unable to accept international students at this time. | We accept A Level re-sits under certain circumstances where the applicant have recieved an AAB and they are only required to resit the B subject. 102 places. | 50% |
| Buckingham | ABB, including Chemistry or Biology. | at least 34 points with Higher Level 6 in Chemistry & Biology. Please note that the overall point score does not include theory of knowledge or extended essay. | NONE computer based MMI and OSSE | IELTS UKVI or IELTS Academic certificate with a minimum overall score of 7 and no less than 6.5 in each component (IELTS General Training is not suitable for this level). Alternatively, they can provide a Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Certificate of an overall average score of 185, with a minimum of 176 in each paper. | 83 places | unknown | |
| Aston | six GCSEs/IGCSEs at grade B/grade 6 or above, which must include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Double Science (or international equivalent). | A*AA with Chemistry and Biology being compulsory (including passes in the practical elements where available) and any third subject excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. The A* must be in Biology or Chemistry | 37 overall (7,6,6 at Higher Level in three subjects which must include Chemistry and Biology and the rest from three subjects at Standard Level (SL) and Diploma Programme Core). Either Chemistry or Biology must be at Higher Level grade 7 | No cut off, but is ranked. Avg 2023 was 2630 | IELTS 7.0 TOEFL 101 overall, see website for section scores, PTE two bands at 59 others 64 and above, ESOL SELT 33/50 all sections, KAPLAN 495-526 each section | 110 places, 30 for international students | 73% |
| Exeter | C/4 English language | AAA Chemistry and biology essential (BTEC DDD) | 36/666 Biology and c hemistry at HL6 | Typically ranks UCAT 25% and academics 75%, average score interviewed last year 2599 | https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/englishlanguagerequirements/ | 130 places, 10 international, | 50-60% home 27% international |
| East Anglia | Six GCSEs at grade 7/A or above, including Mathematics and either two science subjects (Biology, Chemistry or Physics) or double science. Alternatively, Triple Science, Science, Additional Science and Further Science GCSEs are accepted. GCSE English Language grade 6/B. | AAA including Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. | 36 points with HL 6 in three subjects to include Biology or Chemistry | Overall score is used to rank applicants for interview ang 2023 was 2800. It is used again to rank those interviewed for an offer, SJT is part of the interview score. No Cut off, but a low score doesn't disqualify you. | IELTS: 7.5 overall (minimum 7.0 in all components) for year 1 entr | 190 home, 13 international | 60% |
| Keele | 5 GCSE's grade 7/A. Must have English language, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, minimum Grade 6/B | A*AA or AAA and EPQ. Must includ CHemistry or biology and oneod Biology, Chemistry, Maths Maths/Statistics, Physics, Economics, Psychology. Critical thinking, citizenship and general studies are not accepted. | Achieve IB Diploma with a score of at least 37/ 766 points (including ToK/EE) including 7 or 6 in Higher Level Biology or Chemistry and 7 or 6 at Higher Level in one of Biology, Chemistry, Economics, Maths (any), Physics or Psychology. | Threshold 2280, SJT 3, results belwo this will be rejected Shortlisting is based on UCAT only, for people who meet the academic requirements | Third year A levels not accepted | Graduate applicants can take the GAMSAT if they don't meet GCSE/A level requirements. 150 places home 20 international | 50% |
| Lancaster | Minimum score of 13 points from 8 subjects (A or A* or 7-9 = 2 points; B or 6 = 1 point). The 8 subjects must include double award Combined Science (trilogy) or Biology, Chemistry and Physics, Maths and English Language (grade B/6 or above). If Biology or Chemistry is not studied at A-level, then GCSE must be at least grade A/7. | A Level AAA in three subjects taken at one sitting, after two years of study, including any 2 of Biology, Chemistry and Psychology, or AAB with a B in a 4th subject or EPQ. | 36 points overall with at least 6 in 3 Higher Level subjects including any 2 of Biology, Chemistry and Psychology. | No data yet | IELTS (a minimum score of 7.0 with no component less than 7.0) or Pearson PTE Academic qualification (at least 70 overall and at least 70 in each communicative skill sub-test). | We welcome applications from students with other internationally recognised qualifications. 129 places, 28 international | 53% home, 35% international |
| Swansea | Graduate only | ||||||
| Bangor (second entry in 2023 sheet) | English or Wels B/6, Double Science at grades BB/66 (or grades B/6 in both Biology and Chemistry, Maths grade B/6, Four other GCSEs at grade | AAA including Biology and one of: Chemistry Physics Economics Maths / Further Maths / Statistics Bachelor/MSc/PhD: 2.1 degree or higher and 32 overall with Grade 5s including Biology and Chemistry. | 36 overall (excluding Theory of Knowledge and the Extended Essay) including 19 at Higher Level. Must include grade 6 in Biology and Chemistry. Grade 7 in SL Biology or Chemistry can be taken in place of Higher Level Biology or Chemistry if you also have grade 6 in HL Maths, Physics or Statistics. | No minimum but is used in selection. First cohort in 2024 | 80 places home, none international | Guess at 40-60% | |
| University central lancashire | GCSE Maths and English at Grade B/5 | AAA at A2 with at least two science subjects including Chemistry. All A-Levels must be taken in one sitting | IELTS 7.0 in all components (or equivalent). | 30 home, 105 international??? Personal statement is essential | |||
| Sheffield | Not required | AAA including chemistry or biology and a second science, or AAB if you have a fourth level 3 qualification like an EPQ. Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers 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 | 2430 for 2025 minimum | IELTS 7.5 overall with no less than 7.0 in each component. | 273 home, none international, 24 widening participation. Access available. 18 places international. | 68% |
| Nottingham | a minimum of six GCSEs at Level 7 (A), including both Biology and Chemistry or Double Science, if you haven't taken the individual science subjects. Must have grade 6 in maths and english. GCSES scored 9=4 points, 8=3pts, 7 = 2 pts, 6=1pt. Will consider 1 GCSE resit only. | AAA | |||||
| Leeds | A minimum of 6 GCSEs grade 6 or above required in Maths, English Language, Biology and Chemistry or Dual Science. Please note that applicants applying with these minimums are unlikely to be shortlisted to interview and that scoring is based on 8 GCSEs | A-level: AAA including Chemistry and Biology. | Overall score of 36 points with a mark of 6 in 3 Higher Level subjects which must include Chemistry and Biology. If English and Maths not offered at GCSE, this must be offered with a mark of at least 5 at Standard level. | 2570 UCAT for 2025 entry and 2450 widening participation | 257 places with 16 internations | 47-50% |
Leicester UCAT points table, as recorded in the 2023 sheet
| Total UCAT score | Points | Total UCAT score | Points | Total UCAT score | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| >3,200 | 32 | 2850 - 2899 | 28.5 | 2500 - 2549 | 25 |
| 3150 - 3199 | 31.5 | 2800 - 2849 | 28 | 2450 - 2499 | 24.5 |
| 3100 - 3149 | 31 | 2750 - 2799 | 27.5 | 2400 - 2449 | 24 |
| 3050 - 3099 | 30.5 | 2700 - 2749 | 27 | 2350 - 2399 | 23.5 |
| 3000 - 3049 | 30 | 2650 - 2699 | 26.5 | 2300 - 2349 | 23 or 16 |
| 2950 - 2999 | 29.5 | 2600 - 2649 | 26 | If bottom 2 deciles | Max 16 |
| 2900 - 2949 | 29 | 2550 - 2599 | 25.5 | *depending on where bottom two decile begins |
Birmingham UCAT decile table, as recorded in the 2023 sheet
| Total UCAT score | Decile | Converted score |
|---|---|---|
| 2860 and above | 10th | 4 |
| 2740 - 2850 | 9th | 3.556 |
| 2650 - 2730 | 8th | 3.111 |
| 2580 - 2640 | 7th | 2.667 |
| 2510 - 2570 | 6th | 2.222 |
| 2440 - 2500 | 5th | 1.778 |
| 2370 - 2430 | 4th | 1.333 |
| 2280 - 2360 | 3rd | 0.889 |
| 2160 - 2270 | 2nd | 0.444 |
| 2150 and below | 1st | 0 |
| *small variation each year, this is a guide only | ||
Bristol FOI response I2206-525 / FOI22279, as recorded in the 2023 sheet
| Item | A100 Medicine (MBChB) | A108 Gateway to Medicine (6 years) |
|---|---|---|
| Applications, 2021 cycle | 2770 | 560 |
| Interviews, 2021 cycle | 1025 | 50 |
| Offers sent, 2021 cycle | 600 | 30 |
| Average UCAT invited to interview | 2938 | 2520 |
| Lowest UCAT invited to interview | 2020 | 1870 |
| Caveats given by Bristol | UCAT recorded as percentages and converted back using a 3600 maximum; zero scores removed; all counts rounded to the nearest 5; offers counted only where the applicant kept the same course choice |
Compiled by Crack The UCAT from universities’ own published pages and from Freedom of Information responses. Figures describe completed admissions cycles and are a guide, not a prediction. Free to read, and free to link to — please credit and link back to this page rather than copying the tables elsewhere.