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Imperial College London

Here, we’ll detail how Imperial College London School of Medicine selects candidates during the medical application process.

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Grade Requirements

So you have questions about the grades needed to get into Imperial College London School of Medicine? You’re in the right place to find the answers!

  • What GCSE grades does Imperial College look for?

Minimum of GCSE grade B in English Language or equivalent qualification.There is no longer any other GCSE or Scottish Nationals requirement.

  • What IB score are Imperial College looking for in prospective medical applicants?
Minimum 38 points overall including 6 in Biology and Chemistry at Higher level. Grade 5 in Standard level English is required. Please note that the standard offer is likely to be 39 points overall including 7 and 6 in Biology and Chemistry at Higher level.
  • Which A-Level subjects do Imperial College require?

Chemistry and Biology plus a third subject.

  • Which Scottish Highers Subject combination do Imperial College look for?

Chemistry and Biology and one Science or Maths subject and one additional subject at Scottish Higher.

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

Summary Grade Requirements Table

Qualification Grade Requirements for Imperial College London School of Medicine
Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers

Minimum AAA at A level including Chemistry and Biology plus a third
subject. Please note that the standard offer is likely to be A*AA with the A*
in either Chemistry or Biology.
AAA grades in Advanced Highers including Chemistry and Biology and one
Science or Maths subject and one additional subject at Scottish Higher.
GCSEs/Scottish Nationals

Minimum of GCSE grade B in English Language or equivalent qualification. There is no longer any other GCSE or Scottish Nationals requirement.

 
International Baccalaureate (IB)

Minimum 38 points overall including 6 in Biology and Chemistry at Higher level. Grade 5 in Standard level English is required.
Please note that the standard offer is likely to be 39 points overall including 7 and 6 in Biology and Chemistry at Higher level.

Application Requirements

So you have questions about the medical application requirements to get into Imperial College London School of Medicine? You’re in the right place to find the answers!

  • What are Imperial College London’s work experience requirements?

Work experience in a healthcare setting is strongly favoured.

  • How does Imperial College London use the Medical Personal Statement?

Evidence of motivation to study medicine, understanding of medicine as a career, community activities, leadership qualities, ability to work in a team and general interests.

  • Does Imperial College London require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?

The BMAT.

  • Which interview style does Imperial College London 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
Work experience in a healthcare setting is strongly favoured.
Personal Statement
Evidence of motivation to study medicine, understanding of medicine as a career, community activities, leadership qualities, ability to work in a team and general interests.
Admissions Test
The BMAT.
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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