The University of Exeter: UCAT and Medical Course Entry Information (2021 Update)

ATAR (for NSW):

• NA

IB (International Baccalaureate):

• At least 36 points overall

A-Level:

• Applicants must receive a AAA at A-Level.

BTEC Students:

A minimum of DDD.

Prerequisites:

For IB:

• Biology (HL6); and
• Chemistry (HL6)

For A-Level:

• GCE A-Level:
  • Biology (A); and
  • Chemistry (A)

For BTEC:

• GCE A-Level:
  • Biology (grade A); and
  • Chemistry (grade A)

NOTE: General Studies is not included in any offer.

Entry Requirement: 

Acceptance is based on student’s meeting the minimum academic results, UCAT results, and their interview.

UCAT:

There is no minimum threshold mark required for the UCAT. However, in previous years, a score lower than 2500 will generally not be invited for an interview.

GCSE:

Applicants need to achieve a GCSE or equivalent in:

• English Language (C/4)

Application Process:

• Students are required to apply through UCAS.
• Students are required to achieve the minimum academic standards covered above
• Students also need to sit the UCAT exam and score a high mark
• If selected, students will need to attend an interview between December and March.

Interview Criteria and structure:

Applicants who achieve the minimum academic requirements are then ranked by their UCAT marks to be invited to an interview.

• Criteria: The interview assesses:
  • Ability to think critically and flexibly
  • Your work experience
  • Communication Skills
  • Ability to work in a team
• Structure:
  • The interview is structured as Multiple Mini Interviews.
  • Exeter doesn’t specify any more information about the 2021-2022 interview structures. However, in previous years, there were 7 stations with each station assessing a specific criterion. Students must be awarded a ‘Yes’ judgement to at least 5 of their stations to be considered for an offer.