Edge Hill University

Medical School Profile

Here, we’ll detail how Edge Hill 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 Edge Hill University Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!

  • What GCSE grades does Edge Hill look for?

At least five GCSEs at grade B or grade 6 or above (or equivalent) at the time of application, including Biology, Chemistry, English Language and Maths are required. GCSE Double Science Awards at grades 6-6 or B-B or will also be accepted in lieu of separate GCSEs in Biology and Chemistry.

  • What IB score are Edge Hill looking for in prospective medical applicants?

36 points to include three subjects at Higher Level, with at 6,6,6 in Biology, Chemistry and one other subject, plus three further subjects at standard level with a minimum of 5 points each.

  • Which A-Level subjects do Edge Hill require?

AAA at A level, including Biology and Chemistry and one other subject. While Biology and Chemistry are both required at grade A or above, where Grade A* is achieved in either Biology or Chemistry (or both Biology and Chemistry), the third A Level subject will be accepted at Grade B or above. Scottish Highers: Grades AAAAB including Biology, Chemistry and three other subjects. Advanced Highers: AAA in Biology, Chemistry and one other subject.

  • What Scottish Highers Subject combination does Edge Hill look for?

Subjects should include Biology, Chemistry and three other subjects.

  • What are the degree requirements for this course (for graduate-entry applicants)?

2:1 in a science-related a science-related degree, including Psychology, which has been awarded in the two years prior to application.
Graduates must have grades ABB at A level including Biology and Chemistry, at least one of which must be at grade A with the other at minimum grade B, as well as one other subject.

You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:

Summary Grade Requirements Table

Qualification Grade Requirements for Edge Hill
Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers

AAA at A level, including Biology and Chemistry and one other subject. While Biology and Chemistry are both required at grade A or above, where Grade A* is achieved in either Biology or Chemistry (or both Biology and Chemistry), the third A Level subject will be accepted at Grade B or above.

Scottish Highers: Grades AAAAB including Biology, Chemistry and three other subjects. Advanced Highers: AAA in Biology, Chemistry and one other subject.

GCSEs/Scottish Nationals

At least five GCSEs at grade B or grade 6 or above (or equivalent) at the time of application, including Biology, Chemistry, English Language and Maths are required.

GCSE Double Science Awards at grades 6-6 or B-B or will also be accepted in lieu of separate GCSEs in Biology and Chemistry.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

36 points to include three subjects at higher level, with at 6,6,6 in Biology, Chemistry and one other subject, plus three further subjects at standard level with a minimum of 5 points each.

Degree qualifications (for graduate applicants)

2:1 in a science-related a science-related degree, including Psychology, which has been awarded in the two years prior to application. Graduates must have grades ABB at A level including Biology and Chemistry, at least one of which must be at grade A with the other at minimum grade B, as well as one other subject.

Application Requirements

So you have questions about the medical application requirements to get into Edge Hill Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!

  • What are Edge Hill’s work experience requirements?

No specific work experience is required, but students are asked to draw on personal experience as part of the Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs). This could include work experience.

  • How does Edge Hill use the Medical Personal Statement?

The personal statement is not routinely used in selection for interview and offer of a place.

  • Does Edge Hill require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?

The UCAT.

  • Which interview style does Edge Hill use in it’s selection of medical students?

Multiple Mini-Interviews

You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:

Summary Application Requirements Table

Stage How it's used in selection
Work Experience
No specific work experience is required, but students are asked to draw on personal experience as part of the Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs). This could include work experience.
Personal Statement
The personal statement is not routinely used in selection for interview and offer of a place
Admissions Test
The UCAT.
Interview Methods
Multiple Mini-Interviews
Please note: The information listed above has been submitted from the medical school and is updated by them each application cycle.
To confirm this information, see details on the course’s entry requirements, and learn more about the course itself, take a look at their webpage.
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