In this article, we explain University of Southampton’s UCAT, academic and non-academic requirements to study Medicine at their Medical School!
An overview of the University of Southampton
The University of Southampton began as Hartley Institutions in 1862. It was initially created with an intention of being a cultural centre for Southampton’s intellects. However, over time, it grew into a University and was given a University status by the Royal Charter in 1952. Today, there are over 24 600 students studying at the University of Southampton.
The university has a range of accommodation options available, ranging from non-ensuites to en-suites to studio flats! There are 10 residents halls, some of which are close to the campus, whereas others require a bit more of a trek (i.e. Unilink buses).
There is also specific accommodation for post-graduates only called City Gateway
The University of Southampton has sports facilities (including a swimming pool, gym with 140 fitness stations, bouldering wall and squash pits), a theatre, concert hall, art gallery and even a cinema!
Southhampton University has a vibrant student life. They have over 200 clubs and societies, including academic, artistic, food, cultural, media, political and technological clubs!
Rankings
Times Higher Ed Rank | QS Rank | Academic Ranking of World Universities |
112 | 97 | 101-150 |
University of Southampton Medical Courses offered that require UCAT
Medical Courses | Course Code | Entry Requirements | Length of Course | Campus Taught |
Medicine BM5 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery | A100 | ATAR: A-Levels: GCSE: - 6 GCSEs at grade A/7 or above
BTEC: - AA from two A levels in Chemistry and Biology
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certification (360 GLH at Distinction)
SQE: - Offers based on exams taken in S6
Cambridge Pre-U: IB: EB: Prerequisites: ATAR: A-Levels: - Biology (A)
- Chemistry (A)
- Note: General Studies and Critical Thinking is not applicable
GCSE: - Mathematics with Biology AND Chemistry
- OR Mathematics with Additional Science AND
- Science
- OR Mathematics with combined science
- English language or GCSE English (minimum Grade B/6)
BTEC: - Chemistry (A-Level)
- Biology (A-Level)
- Note: Applied Science is not accepted
SQE: - Individual academic achievement is reviewed, including qualifications in S5 and results in S6
Cambridge Pre-U: IB: - Higher Level (18)
- If English Language is not achieved in GCSE, then:
- English Language Syllabus A (Standard Level, Grade 5)
EB: - Optional Elective Chemistry (8.5)
- Optional Elective Biology (8.5)
- AND Further Optional Elective Subject (8.5)
Entry Requirements: Acceptance is based on students’ academic results and UCAT results. UCAT: Students will be ranked based on their UCAT scores to determine who should be invited to an interview. The University of Southampton does not examine student’s Situational Judgement Test scores. Application Process: - Students are required to achieve the minimum academic standards covered above
- Students also need to sit the UCAT exam and score a high mark
Interview Criteria and Structure: The University of Southampton invites students with the top UCAT scores to an interview on their Selection Day. - Criteria: The interview examines students’ motivation to study Medicine and work in the health-care field. They also examine non-academic skills and attributes that are necessary for the Medical profession like communication skills and empathy. Students must reflect on the knowledge and skills they gained from work experience, employment or volunteering in a health-care setting.
- Structure: The University of Southampton structures their interviews into Multiple Mini Interview stations. Students will rotate through these stations, each assessing different skills and capabilities.
| 5 Full-Time Years | Highfield |
Medicine BM4 Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery | A101 | Undergraduate degree: - 2:1 degree
- Upper second-class honours degree in any subject (of students’ first degree)
ATAR: A-Levels: GCSE: - 4 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above
BTEC: SQE: - Offers are based on exam results taken in S6
Cambridge Pre-U: IB: EB: - 7.5 or above in Chemistry
Prerequisites: ATAR: A-Levels: - Chemistry (Grade C)
- OR CC including AS Level
- Biology/Human Biology
- AND Chemistry
GCSE: - Mathematics with Biology AND Chemistry
- OR Mathematics with Additional Science AND
- Science
- OR Mathematics with combined science
- AND English Language or GCSE English (minimum C/4)
BTEC: SQE: Cambridge Pre-U: IB: EB: Entry Requirements: Acceptance is based on students’ academic results and UCAT results. UCAT: Students applying for this course will be ranked based on their UCAT scores to determine who should be invited to an interview. The University of Southampton does not examine student’s Situational Judgement Test scores. Application Process: - Students are required to achieve the minimum academic standards covered above
- Students also need to sit the UCAT exam and score a high mark
Interview Criteria and Structure: The University of Southampton invites students with the top UCAT scores to an interview on their Selection Day. - Criteria: The interview examines students’ motivation to study Medicine and work in the health-care field. They also examine non-academic skills and attributes that are necessary for the Medical profession like communication skills and empathy. Students must reflect on the knowledge and skills they gained from work experience, employment or volunteering in a health-care setting.
- Structure: The University of Southampton structures their interviews into Multiple Mini Interview stations. Students will rotate through these stations, each assessing different skills and capabilities.
Degree facts: - This course is only offered for Home/EU students, not international students
- This course is also a graduate entry course
| 4 Full-Time Years | Highfield |
Medicine BM6 Widening Participation Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery | A102 | ATAR: A-Levels: GCSE: - 5 GCSE grade at C/4 or above
BTEC: - BB from 2 A Levels in Chemistry and Biology
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (360 GLH at Distinction)
SQE: - Individual academic achievement is reviewed, including qualifications in S5 and results in S6
Cambridge Pre-U: IB: - An overall score of 30 points
EB: Prerequisites: ATAR: A-Levels: - Biology (minimum B)
- Chemistry (minimum B)
GCSE: - Mathematics with Biology AND Chemistry
- OR Mathematics with Additional Science AND
- Science
- OR Mathematics with combined science
- AND English Language or GCSE English (minimum C/4)
BTEC: - BB from 2 A-Levels in Chemistry and Biology
- Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certiface (360 GLH at Disctinction)
SQE: Cambridge Pre-U: IB: EB: - Optional Elective Chemistry (Grade 8)
- Optional Elective Biology (Grade 8)
- Other Optional Elective (Grade 8)
Entry Requirements: Acceptance is based on students’ academic results and UCAT results. UCAT: Students applying for this course will be ranked based on their UCAT scores to determine who should be invited to an interview. The University of Southampton does not examine student’s Situational Judgement Test scores. Application Process: - Students are required to achieve the minimum academic standards covered above
- Students also need to sit the UCAT exam and score a high mark
Interview Criteria and Structure: The University of Southampton invites students with the top UCAT scores to an interview on their Selection Day. - Criteria: The interview examines students’ motivation to study Medicine and work in the health-care field. They also examine non-academic skills and attributes that are necessary for the Medical profession like communication skills and empathy. Students must reflect on the knowledge and skills they gained from work experience, employment or volunteering in a health-care setting.
- Structure: The University of Southampton structures their interviews into Multiple Mini Interview stations. Students will rotate through these stations, each assessing different skills and capabilities
Degree facts: | 6 Full-Time years | Highfield |
