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Entry requirements

The QMUL entry requirements are based on following factors:

  1. Academic qualifications and performance (or predictions)
  2. Aptitude testing – the UCAT
  3. English Language 

For your application to be considered, the following entry requirements should be met: 

1. Academic qualifications 

A minimum 2:1 (upper second-class honours) undergraduate bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in a Molecular or Biomedical Sciences related degree. No further qualifications required.

Molecular or Biomedical Sciences related degree

  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Biomedicine
  • Biochemistry
  • Cellular and Molecular Medicine
  • Genetics
  • Human Anatomy
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Neuroscience
  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry
  • Pharmacy

To meet the subject requirements, the degree must be in a Molecular or Biomedical Sciences. We are unable to review transcripts prior to you making an application, and if your degree meets our entry criteria, then we would encourage you to make an application.

Or

  • A minimum 2:1 (upper second-class honours) undergraduate bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in any other degree subject
  • In addition to your degree, you must also have passes at A-level of at least BB in Chemistry and Biology (or Chemistry and Biology offered from an alternative qualification listed on our acceptable international equivalent)

Extenuating circumstances for Prospective Applicants

Applicants who have taken or will take additional year(s) or interruption to complete their degree and achieve the minimum academic entry requirements (e.g. 2.1) can only be considered if their extenuating circumstances fall within the Equality and Diversity Act 2010. Extenuating circumstances can not be applied for with regards to a UCAT score. Extenuating circumstances that fall within this criteria must be approved by the EC panel prior to making a UCAS application. Further information on the process and deadline to be considered, please refer to Extenuating Circumstances for Prospective Applicants

Graduates who offer a degree with at least an upper second class honours or equivalent who have graduated from a university outside the UK, must check their degree equivalency to a UK honours degree with at least a 2:1 against the Postgraduate requirements stipulated for their region. If equivalent:

A minimum 2:1 (upper second-class honours) undergraduate bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in a Molecular or Biomedical Sciences related degree. No further qualifications required.

Molecular or Biomedical Sciences related degree

  • Biomedical Sciences
  • Biomedicine
  • Biochemistry
  • Cellular and Molecular Medicine
  • Genetics
  • Human Anatomy
  • Microbiology
  • Molecular Biology
  • Neuroscience
  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmaceutical Chemistry
  • Pharmacy

To meet the subject requirements, the degree must be in a Molecular or Biomedical Sciences. We are unable to review transcripts prior to you making an application, and if your degree meets our entry criteria, then we would encourage you to make an application.

Or

  • A minimum 2:1 (upper second-class honours) undergraduate bachelor degree (or international equivalent) in any other degree subject
  • In addition to your degree, you must also have passes at A-level of at least BB in Chemistry and Biology (or Chemistry and Biology offered from an alternative qualification listed on our acceptable international equivalent)

Extenuating circumstances for Prospective Applicants

Applicants who have taken or will take additional year(s) or interruption to complete their degree and achieve the minimum academic entry requirements (e.g. 2.1) can only be considered if their extenuating circumstances fall within the Equality and Diversity Act 2010. Extenuating circumstances can not be applied for with regards to a UCAT score. Extenuating circumstances that fall within this criteria must be approved by the EC panel prior to making a UCAS application. Further information on the process and deadline to be considered, please refer to Extenuating Circumstances for Prospective Applicants

International

2. UCAT

The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) is an admissions test, used by a consortium of UK Universities and non-UK associate member universities to help select applicants for their medical and dental degree programmes.

It is used in collaboration with other admissions processes such as the UCAS application and academic qualifications.

It is also your opportunity to stand out from other applicants and demonstrate your aptitude for a demanding programme of study.

The UCAT is a computer-based test delivered in Pearson VUE test centres throughout the UK and worldwide.  More information on the UCAT and how to register can be found here

How we use the UCAT

Applicants will be selected for interview on the basis of a weighted score compared to other applicants who apply in the same year, and may be comprised of UCAT score and weighted scoring of degree for graduates. Selection after interview may consider all assessment factors: interview score, situational judgement test and weighted scoring from degree and UCAT score.

  • Your application will not be considered further than the first shortlisting if you obtained a total UCAT score below the fourth decile. Please note there is no guarantee that you will be offered an interview if you score above the fourth decile. 
  • Your application will not be considered further than the first shortlisting if you scored SJT Band 4.
  • It is not possible to predict what the thresholds will be in any individual year, nor to use data from previous years to predict subsequent years’ thresholds. 

UCAT Exemptions/Waiver

UCAT exemptions/waivers are not granted under any circumstances. If you are unable to take the UCAT for any reason, our advice will be to reapply for the following application cycle.

3. English Language Requirements

A degree from a majority english speaking country

OR

An IELTS score of 7.0 overall with 6.0 in all components. This must be taken within two years of starting the course.

For further information on other accepted qualifications, please see our English Language requirements 

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