Lancaster University
Medical School Profile
Here, we’ll detail how Lancaster 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 Lancaster University Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What GCSE grades do Lancaster look for?
GCSEs: at least eight GCSEs, including English language, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics (or Core and Additional Science) Minimum score of at least 13 points from 8 GCSEs, where A*/A or grades 7-9 = 2 points and B or grade 6 = 1 point.
- What IB score are Lancaster looking for in prospective medical applicants?
36 points overall with at least 6 in three Higher Level subjects including any two of Biology, Chemistry and Psychology and 5 in three Standard Level subjects.
- Which A-Level subjects do Lancaster University require?
AAA including two from Biology, Chemistry and Psychology or AAB in three A-levels (as above) plus an EPQ, 4th AS-level or 4th A-level subject at B.
- What are the Graduate-Entry Requirements?
If applicant has a 2:1 degree in a biological, biomedical or health science subject then A level grades of BBB including two from Biology, Chemistry and Psychology will be considered; for any other degree subject A level grades should be AAB including two from Biology, Chemistry and Psychology.
You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:
Summary Grade Requirements Table
| Qualification | Grade Requirements for Lancaster Medical School |
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Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers |
AAA including two from Biology, Chemistry and Psychology or AAB in three |
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GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
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GCSEs: at least eight GCSEs, including English language, Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics (or Core and Additional Science) Minimum score of at least 13 points from 8 GCSEs, where A*/A or grades 7-9 = 2 points and B or grade 6 = 1 point. |
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International Baccalaureate (IB) |
36 points overall with at least 6 in three Higher Level subjects including any two of Biology, Chemistry and Psychology and 5 in three Standard Level subjects. |
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Degree qualifications (for graduate applicants |
If applicant has a 2:1 degree in a biological, biomedical or health science subject then A level grades of BBB including two from Biology, Chemistry and Psychology will be considered; for any other degree subject A level grades should be AAB including two from Biology, Chemistry and |
Application Requirements
So you have questions about the medical application requirements to get into Lancaster University Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What are Lancaster’s work experience requirements?
Reflection on work and voluntary experience will be explored at interview. After interview, they aim to verify work and voluntary experiences discussed in the applicant’s personal statement.
- How does Lancaster use the Medical Personal Statement?
The personal statement is not used as a stand alone part of the selection process but may be used as part of the interview.
- Does Lancaster require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?
BMAT.
- Which interview style do Lancaster 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 |
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Work Experience |
Reflection on work and voluntary experience will be explored at interview.
After interview, Lancaster aims to verify work and voluntary experiences discussed in the applicant's personal statement.
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Personal Statement |
The personal statement is not used as a stand alone part of the selection
process but may be used as part of the interview.
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Admissions Test |
BMAT. |
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Interview Methods |
Multiple mini-interviews. |