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| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | AS level attainments currently do not form part of our academic requirements, as it is on A level achievement that any offer is made. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Achieve/be predicted to achieve AAA in three A levels taken together at first sitting over a maximum of two years of study. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Chemistry is required. One subject from Biology/Human Biology, Mathematics and Physics is required. One further A level in most other subjects. Combinations of Chemistry, Biology plus a non-science subject are as acceptable as all-science combinations. No mention of A level Further Mathematics. |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | A level resit grades at AAA will be accepted within five academic years prior to the time of application. AS levels are not mentioned. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | A level resit grades at AAA will be accepted taken within five academic years prior to the time of application. At first sitting applicants should have achieved AAB |
| References to A level entry criteria | Grades AAA at A level taken within five academic years prior to the year of entry to include Chemistry or Biology; and one of either Biology, Chemistry, Maths or Physics, plus one other. No mention of A level Further Mathematics. |
| Typical Grades | A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Applicants who have resat, or are resitting GCSEs, A levels, or equivalent qualifications, with or without repeating an academic year, will be considered. The referee must provide a brief explanation of the reason(s) for the resit in the UCAS reference. AS levels are not mentioned. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Applicants must normally achieve their final qualification profile for consideration in no more than three academic years i.e. allowing for one re-sit year attempt only. |
| References to A level entry criteria | A*AA with Chemistry and Biology being compulsory (including passing the practical elements) and any third subject excluding General Studies and Critical Thinking. The A* must be in Biology or Chemistry. If you are taking more than three A levels, the Chemistry, Biology and the next best grade, will be the grades considered. No mention of A level Further Mathematics. |
| Typical Grades | A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Not mentioned |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Three A level subjects must normally be taken in the final year of secondary school. |
| References to A level entry criteria | With predicted AAA including Biology/Human Biology and Chemistry. No mention of Further Mathematics. |
| Typical Grades | AAA or AAB for widening participation applicants. |
| UCAT/BMAT | BMAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | We will ordinarily only consider applications from applicants who have slipped a grade in one subject and obtained a grade B. No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | AAA including Biology and Chemistry. We do not specify the nature of the third A level subject and the vast majority of our applicants will choose to study maths or physics, however we strongly encourage applications from students who study humanities or the arts as we recognise their value in broadening academic horizons. It should be noted that general studies and critical thinking is not acceptable at any level. We welcome candidates who have successfully completed an Extended Project, recognising the effort that they have expended and the valuable skills and knowledge that they will have gained. However, the EPQ will not form part of any offers that we make. |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | We welcome applications with A-level resits and consider these on the same basis as A-level results achieved in their first sitting. There is no requirement for AS-levels, and we do not give preference to students who have taken AS-levels as standalone qualifications |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | A-levels can be completed in multiple sittings, either taking A-levels in separate examination periods or via resits. |
| References to A level entry criteria | AAA including Chemistry and either Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics. We treat Mathematics and Further Mathematics as separate subjects |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | We welcome applications with A-level resits and consider these on the same basis as A-level results achieved in their first sitting. There is no requirement for AS-levels, and we do not give preference to students who have taken AS-levels as standalone qualifications. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | A-levels can be completed in multiple sittings, either taking A-levels in separate examination periods or via resits. |
| References to A level entry criteria | AAA including Chemistry and either Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics. We treat Mathematics and Further Mathematics as separate subjects |
| Typical Grades | AAB |
| UCAT/BMAT | Neither is mentioned. |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | UK applicants for 2022 must live in the North West of England and show evidence of sustained academic achievement with a broad study of Science English and Maths up to 16. We particularly welcome applications:
AAB at A level with at least two science subjects including Chemistry. |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
Please note: this university is yet to publish their 2025 entry requirements.
| Typical Grades | A*A*A |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | A level Chemistry and two other science or mathematics subjects from Mathematics, Biology/Human Biology, Physics, Further Mathematics. Chemistry, Mathematics and Further Mathematics may not always be the best combination of subjects for this course. Candidates taking these 3 A levels only are advised to contact the relevant College before applying |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Not mentioned. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | 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. |
| Typical Grades | ABB-AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Achievement at GCSE and AS level will also be taken into account. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | A levels to be in the same sitting i.e. to be achieved in the same year, two years after GCSE |
| References to A level entry criteria | A level: either Chemistry or Biology and another science (mathematics is an acceptable science). The third subject can be your own choice. Further Mathematics not mentioned. |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Where an applicant is also taking additional qualifications such as a fourth AS/A level or EPQ these must also be included on their application but will not be subject to grade requirements. Applicants without a fourth subject will be considered. Grades must be achieved over 2 consecutive years. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | A level resits can only be considered for applicants providing they achieved ABB/AAC at the first sitting. Resit applicants will usually be expected to achieve at least one A* to compensate for the additional time spent studying. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Including Biology/Human Biology or Chemistry. Science A levels must include a pass in the practical element. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted. Only A level Mathematics or Further Mathematics will be considered not both. |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | All A Level qualifications, or accepted equivalents, must have been obtained within the two years prior to application |
| References to A level entry criteria | Grades AAA at A Level are required. These must include Biology and Chemistry, and one other subject. While Biology and Chemistry are both required at Grade A or above, where Grade A* is achieved in either Biology or Chemistry (or both Biology and Chemistry), the third A Level subject will be accepted at Grade B or above. |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | All examination grades must be obtained at the first attempt of each subject. Those applying with resit qualifications will not be entered into the selection system unless under very exceptional circumstances (for which verified evidence has been provided prior to UCAS application). |
| References to A level entry criteria | Chemistry at A* (A if eligible for minimum entry requirements) and one from Biology/Human Biology, Mathematics, or Physics at A. Only one of Mathematics or Further Mathematics will be considered. |
| Typical Grades | A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | A level Biology and Chemistry at grade A. General Studies is not included in any offer. AS/A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics not mentioned. |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Not mentioned. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | 3 A levels including A level Chemistry and Biology or Physics or Mathematics. |
| Typical Grades | AAB |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Applicants may repeat or restart Year 12 a single time with no restrictions. Applicants who are repeating or who have repeated Year 13 must have achieved a minimum score of BBB in their A levels in their initial sitting. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | A Levels must be achieved within a three year period. Where Biology and Chemistry were not taken in the first sitting of A Levels, AAA must have been achieved in the first sitting with AA achieved in Biology and Chemistry within 1 year of subsequent study. Applicants who are repeating or who have repeated Year 13 must have achieved a minimum score of BBB in their A Levels in their initial sitting. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Including Biology and Chemistry (excluding General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship and Applied Science). |
| Typical Grades | Typical offer AAA-A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | The School of Medicine will not accept resit qualification unless the candidate has applied for mitigating circumstances No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | All qualifications must be taken in the same sitting. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Minimum A in Biology, Chemistry and a third subject. If you are made an offer you will be required to achieve a pass in the practical endorsement in all science subjects that form part of the offer. AS/A level Further Mathematics not mentioned. |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | A level A*AA or AAA + EPQ A |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | AS qualifications not mentioned |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Applicants who have taken more than two years to complete three A-Levels or equivalent must apply after completion of these qualifications with the required achieved grades. We will not consider applications from students currently in their third year of A-Level study unless they have already achieved the required grades and are taking additional subjects to meet the subject requirements. Anyone who has not achieved the required A-Levels within three years will not be considered. |
| References to A level entry criteria | To include biology or chemistry plus another designated science subject (biology, chemistry, economics, maths/further maths/statistics, physics, psychology) and a third academic subject. Only one subject from a combination of maths/further maths/statistics will be considered within the three A levels. |
| Typical Grades | AAB minimum |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | KMMS does not accept A level resits, with the exception of consideration through the extenuating circumstances process if there were issues affecting the first A level sits. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Applicants should normally have completed their course of A level/IB study in 2 years. If there is a reason for a longer period of study, an extenuating circumstances application will be needed. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Must include Chemistry or Biology, and one of either Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Psychology, Physics, Computing or Computer Science. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted as a third A level. |
Please note: this university is yet to publish their 2025 entry requirements.
| Typical Grades | A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Required subjects: Biology and Chemistry. If you are taking linear A levels in England, you will be required to pass the practical endorsement in all science subjects. AS/A level Mathematics and Further Mathematics not mentioned. |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | BMAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | If you would like to apply during your resit year of A level study: • in the absence of exceptional circumstances, you must have achieved at least ABB in your A Levels at the first attempt. • if you are able to evidence that exceptional circumstances negatively affected your studies or exam performance we will consider grades of BBB – CCC in your A levels at the first attempt. Please note, the COVID-19 pandemic on its own will not be accepted as an exceptional circumstance. If you have achieved the resit requirements of A*AA within three years of A Level study, Lancaster Medical School will consider your application if you meet our other entry requirements, regardless of initial grades achieved at A Level and exceptional circumstances. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | See row above. |
| References to A level entry criteria | 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. Only one of Maths or Further Maths will be considered |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | A*AA. We will consider AAA and EPQ grade B. |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Applicants who had not attained the required grades at first sit will only be considered with resits if there is substantial mitigation that has previously been agreed upon by the admissions tutor. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Candidates who, for significant health or social reasons, have taken three years to sit their A Levels for the first time will be considered, but this will have to have been formally agreed by the admissions tutors ahead of application. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Three subjects including Chemistry or Biology (with practical aspects) and one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology, but excluding General Studies, Citizenship Studies, Critical Thinking or Global Perspectives. The A* would need to be in one of the sciences, as mentioned above. Where applicants study Maths and Further Maths, only one of these grades will count towards a potential offer |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Applications from applicants re-sitting exams are only likely to be successful in exceptional circumstances. Well-supported documentary evidence of any extenuating circumstances is required and must be mentioned in your personal statement or explained by your referee. Applications will not normally be considered from those undertaking a third attempt at an academic entry qualification. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | See row above. |
| References to A level entry criteria | AAA to include Biology and Chemistry. Please note that Human Biology, Sports Science, Further Mathematics and Statistics are only accepted as a 4th A level, noting that 4th A levels do not form part of our scoring system. |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | A levels in three subjects taken at one sitting, usually after 2 years of study. |
| References to A level entry criteria | 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. Further Mathematics not mentioned. |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | We welcome applications from those re-sitting their A-levels, though applicants may only re-sit one of either Year 12 or Year 13. Where A-levels have been attempted in Year 13, applicants are expected to have obtained a minimum of grade ABB at the first sitting for the re-sit grades to be considered. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | If you have studied an advanced curriculum, where the examinations are spread over three years, please contact the admissions office prior to submitting an application. |
| References to A level entry criteria | To include Chemistry or Biology/Human Biology and one of the following subjects:
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| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Once the academic criteria have been met, academic achievement is not considered further in subsequent parts of the application process e.g. additional A levels or A* results or additional GCSE results are not considered. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Applicants ideally should have achieved the necessary A level grades at the first attempt as an indicator that they will be able to manage the intensity of the course. Newcastle University recognises that sometimes circumstances mean that students underperform. As a result, we allow a subject to be repeated once. If a subject is being undertaken for a second time after further study the expectation is of a higher level of performance, the grade requirement from the University will also increase by a grade eg A to A*. |
| References to A level entry criteria | AAA in any subject excluding General Studies, Use of Mathematics, World Development, Communication and Culture and Critical Thinking. |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | We’ll also consider resits for no more than two A levels as long as you: • have completed your A levels in the last 12 months • have already obtained at least ABB with at least one A in biology/human biology or chemistry • must achieve AAA after taking your resits- this must include the other required science subject |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Your A levels must studied over a maximum two-year period and three A levels need to have been passed at the required grades in one sitting. A levels that have taken longer than two years to complete are not usually accepted. |
| References to A level entry criteria | AAA including Biology (or Human Biology) and Chemistry. A pass is required in science practical tests. |
| Typical Grades | A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Three A level subjects to be taken in one academic year. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Candidates are required to achieve at least a grade A in both Chemistry and at least one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics. We expect you to have taken and passed any practical component in your chosen science subjects. |
| Typical Grades | A*AA – AAB |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Re-sit applicants are considered for this course, with the following requirements:
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| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | We are only able to consider A levels completed within five years of the start of the application cycle. For example, qualifications completed since 2016 would still be valid when applying in September 2021. |
| References to A level entry criteria | Must include an A grade in Biology and one further science from Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Psychology. Your third A level can be from any subject area and does not need to be science based. When shortlisting for interview we do not give preference to those who complete three Science A levels. General Studies is not accepted. AS/A level Further Mathematics not mentioned. |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | No specific AS information is given. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | A levels of A*AA, were achieved in one sitting over a study period of no longer than two years. |
| References to A level entry criteria | A levels must include include Biology or Chemistry, and a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics) |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | AAA or A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Not mentioned. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | 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. If not offered at A level then Biology/Human Biology grade A as a 4th AS level or grade B as a 5th AS level. Grade A in the EPQ or a grade B in a 4th A level will be acceptable in lieu of the 4th AS level. 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. Please also note that only one maths subject will be counted at A level (the other would be acceptable as the fourth AS level). |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | AAA or AAB plus A in relevant EPQ |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | There are no AS requirements for the A100 programme. Where an applicant holds AS levels, they will not be considered as part of the application. We accept A level resits. Any and all A level resits must be taken in the same sitting and only one resit per A level is permitted. We are unable to consider A levels that have been taken early. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | The three A levels should be studied for no longer than two years and must all be taken in the same sitting. |
| References to A level entry criteria | To include Chemistry or Biology and one other science (Maths, Physics, Biology/Human Biology or Psychology). We do not accept A level Further Mathematics. For applicants who take four A levels in a two year period (typically years 12 and 13 at school) including Mathematics and Further Mathematics, we will accept the Mathematics A level, even if it is taken in Year 12, and irrespective of whether the A level is certificated in Year 12 or 13. It is expected that Chemistry or Biology and another subject (that is not Critical Thinking, Further Mathematics or General Studies) will be taken in Year 13. |
| Typical Grades | AAA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Not mentioned. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | Not mentioned. |
| References to A level entry criteria | AAA to include A level Biology and one additional science (with a pass in the practical element where it is separately endorsed). Acceptable science subjects are Chemistry, Physics, Psychology, Sociology, Environmental Studies or Geography. Offers typically exclude General Studies and Critical Thinking. |
This university has restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
Please note: this university is yet to publish their 2025 entry requirements.
This university has Restrictive requirements relating to Further Mathematics.
| Typical Grades | A*AA |
| UCAT/BMAT | UCAT |
| Criteria for AS qualifications, including re-sit information | Candidates may re-sit GCSE subjects in order to meet the GCSE requirements. Otherwise, we do not accept qualification re-sits, including re-starting Year 12. |
| Do all A levels need to be taken in the same sitting? | We require three A-levels studied at the same time (which must be completed within two years). |
| References to A level entry criteria | Biology and Chemistry are required with either grade A*. |
University of Aberdeen Medical School
MB ChB, 5 Years
Graduate Requirements (for A100)
2:1 Hons degree or equivalent.
A-Level Chemistry Grade B.
A-Level
AAA
(incl. Chemistry + one of Biology/Maths/Physics)
GCSE
Grade 6 in English and Maths
Personal Statement
Not used for offer, may be used in interview
Admissions Test
UCAT
Interview Format
MMI
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