Queen Mary University London
Medicine School Profile
Here, we’ll detail how Queen Mary University - Barts and the London Medical School selects candidates during the medical application process.
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Grade Requirements
So you have questions about the grades needed to get into Barts and the London School of Medicine? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What’s the difference between Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) and Barts and the London School?
Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, commonly known as Barts, is part of Queen Mary University of London (QMUL).
- What GCSE grades do QMUL/Barts look for?
777666 (AAABBB for GSCEs taken before 2015) or above in any order to include Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, English Language, and Maths (or Additional Maths or Statistics).
- What IB score are QMUL/Barts looking for in prospective medical applicants?
38 points with a minimum of 6 points in the Higher level science subjects and 6 points in the third Higher level subject. Three subjects are required, including Chemistry or Biology and one other science or mathematical
subject at Higher level, and three subjects at Standard level including Chemistry or Biology, if not offered at the Higher level.
subject at Higher level, and three subjects at Standard level including Chemistry or Biology, if not offered at the Higher level.
- Which A-Level subjects do QMUL/Barts require?
Chemistry or Biology and a second science subject (Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Maths). Any third A level can be taken except for Further Maths, General Studies or Critical Thinking.
- What are the degree requirements (for graduate applicants)?
Applicants with a 2:1 degree in a bioscience subject have no further A level requirements in Biology or Chemistry; if in science subject that does not contain these elements then minimum grade C in Biology or Chemistry is required; if in a non-science degree then minimum grade B in Biology or Chemistry is required plus one other science also at grade B.
You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:
Summary Grade Requirements Table
| Qualification | Grade Requirements for QMUL/Barts |
|---|---|
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Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers |
A*AA at A level including Chemistry or Biology and a second science subject (Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Maths). Any third A level can be taken except for Further Maths, General Studies or Critical Thinking. |
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GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
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777666 (AAABBB for GSCEs taken before 2015) or above in any order to include Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, English Language, and Maths (or Additional Maths or Statistics). |
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International Baccalaureate (IB) |
38 points with a minimum of 6 points in the Higher level science subjects and 6 points in the third Higher level subject. Three subjects are required, including Chemistry or Biology and one other science or mathematical subject at Higher level, and three subjects at Standard level including Chemistry or Biology, if not offered at the Higher level. |
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Degree qualifications (for
graduate applicants) |
Applicants with a 2:1 degree in a bioscience subject have no further A level requirements in Biology or Chemistry; if in science subject that does not contain these elements then minimum grade C in Biology or Chemistry is required; if in a non-science degree then minimum grade B in Biology or Chemistry is required plus one other science also at grade B. |
Application Requirements
So you have questions about the medical application requirements to get into Barts and the London School of Medicine? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What are QMUL/Barts’ work experience requirements?
Interview panelists will ask about work experience and candidates will be expected to draw on their experiences to answer competency based questions.
- How does QMUL/Barts use the Medical Personal Statement?
They are referred to at the interviews but not part of the initial assessment process.
- Does QMUL/Barts require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?
UCAT.
- Which interview style do QMUL/Barts use in it’s selection of medical students?
Structured panel interviews.
You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:
Summary Application Requirements Table
| Stage | How it's used in selection |
|---|---|
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Work Experience |
Interview panelists will ask about work experience and candidates will be expected to draw on their experiences to answer competency based questions. |
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Personal Statement |
They are referred to at the interviews but not part of the initial assessment process. |
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Admissions Test |
UCAT. |
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Interview Methods |
Structured panel interviews. |