Birmingham, England
Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery MBChB
- Entry Level: Medicine Undergraduate
- Duration: 5 years
- Course Code: A100
- Application Through: UCAS
UCAT
Consider UCAT alongside other required qualifications.
The UCAT total score is used in the ranking of the applicants for invitation to multiple mini interviews alongside a candidate’s GCSE results or, for those on a gap year, either GCSE or A-Level results depending on which gives a higher academic score. UCAT Situational Judgement subtest band 4 does not lead to an instant rejection.
Personal Statement
Personal statements are read in conjunction with the reference but are not scored. However, personal statements may be used to differentiate between borderline candidates.
Academic Requirements
GCSE Requirements
GCSE Requirements for Aston University Medical School are:
- Six GCSEs at grade B/6 or above to include English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology or Double Science
6 GCSEs are scored with Maths, English Language, Biology and Chemistry being compulsory. The highest two grades in the remaining subjects are included to make up 6 in total. The grades are given a score: A* (9/8) = 4, A (7) =3, B (6) = 2, C (5) = 1. Unless you have achieved A levels, GCSEs make up 2/3 of selection for interview.
A-levels or Scottish Higher requirements.
A Level: A*AA. The A* must be in Biology or Chemistry.
International Baccalaureate
A minimum of 37 points is accepted. 766 at Higher Level in Biology and Chemistry and the rest from three subjects at Standard Level (SL) ad Diploma Programme Core
Graduate Applicant Degree Requirements
For graduate applicants, normally a minimum of an upper second class Honours degree (2:1) in any discipline plus three A Levels at grades ABB to include Chemistry and Biology with either at grade A. The university degree must be from a recognised UK ENIC approved university. In addition, applicants will normally be required to have the same GCSE requirements as other applicants.
Widening Participation
Aston Medical School aims to recruit up to 40% of students who meet widening participation criteria, preference will be given to local students including those who are on the Sir Doug Ellis Pathway to Healthcare Programme. The remaining places will be offered to UK-wide WP applicants. See website for details.