Queen's University Belfast
Medical School Profile
Here, we’ll detail how Queen's University Belfast 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 Queen’s University Belfast Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What GCSE grades do Queen’s University (QUB) look for?
GCSE Mathematics at a minimum grade of C/4 and either GCSE Physics minimum grade C/4 or GCSE Double Award Science minimum grades CC/44 are required if these subjects are not offered at AS-level or A-level.
- What IB score are Queen’s University (QUB) looking for in prospective medical applicants?
36 points overall, including 6,6,6 at Higher level. Higher level Chemistry and Biology required. If Physics is not offered as part of the IB then a pass in GCSE Physics or Double Award Science, or equivalent, is required.
- Which A-Level subjects do Queen’s University (QUB) require?
Should include Chemistry plus at least one other from Biology/Maths/Physics
- What are the degree requirements (for graduate entry applicants)?
Full academic background is taken into account. The minimum A level threshold (or equivalent in other qualifications) is ABB at first attempt with 2.1 honours degree, or BBB for those with a First Class Honours degree or PhD.
You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:
Summary Grade Requirements Table
| Qualification | Grade Requirements for QUB |
|---|---|
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Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers |
AAA at A level and A in a fourth AS level subject including Chemistry plus |
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GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
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GCSE Mathematics minimum grade C/4 and either GCSE Physics minimum |
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International Baccalaureate (IB) |
36 points overall, including 6,6,6 at Higher level. Higher level Chemistry and |
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Degree qualifications (for
graduate applicants) |
Full academic background is taken into account. The minimum A level threshold (or equivalent in other qualifications) is ABB at first attempt with 2.1 honours degree, or BBB for those with a First Class Honours degree or PhD. |
Application Requirements
So you have questions about the medical application requirements to get into Queen’s University Belfast School of Medicine? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What are Queen’s University (QUB) work experience requirements?
No specific requirements. Experience encouraged in healthcare-related environments and volunteering.
- How does Queen’s University (QUB) use the Medical Personal Statement?
Personal Statements are not scored as part of the selection process.
There should be evidence of commitment and motivation in the personal statement and it should state explicitly that Medicine is the applicant’s career choice.
- Does Queen’s University (QUB) require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?
UCAT.
- Which interview style does Queen’s University (QUB) use in its 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 |
No specific requirements. Experience encouraged in healthcare-related
environments and volunteering. |
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Personal Statement |
Personal Statements are not scored as part of the selection process.
There should be evidence of commitment and motivation in the personal
statement and it should state explicitly that Medicine is the applicant's career choice. |
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Admissions Test |
UCAT. |
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Interview Methods |
Multiple Mini-Interviews. |