University of Edinburgh
Medical School Profile
Here, we’ll detail how Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What GCSE grades does Edinburgh Medical School look for?
GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry, English, Maths at grade 6 (B). Double Award combined sciences or equivalent at grade 6,6 (BB) may replace GCSE grades in sciences.
- What IB score are Edinburgh looking for in prospective medical applicants?
37 points with 7,6,6 at Higher Level including Chemistry and at least one other science subject.
- Which A-Level subjects do Edinburgh require?
Should include Chemistry and one of Biology/ Human Biology, Maths and Physics.
- Which Scottish Highers Subject combination do Edinburgh look for?
BB at Advanced Higher in S6. AAAAB at Higher by the end of S5 including Chemistry and two of Biology/Human Biology, Maths or Physics.
- What are the degree requirements for this course (for graduate applicants)?
2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, or Physics based subject. We will also consider applicants with a UK 2:1 honours degree in other subjects who have an SQA Higher, A Level, or equivalent, in Chemistry at B.
You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:
Summary Grade Requirements Table
| Qualification | Grade Requirements for Edinburgh Medical School |
|---|---|
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Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers |
AAA at A level including Chemistry and one of Biology/ Human Biology, |
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GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
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National 5s in Biology, Chemistry, English and Maths at grade B/6. GCSEs in Biology, Chemistry, English, Maths at grade 6 (B). Double Award combined sciences or equivalent at grade 6,6 (BB) may replace GCSE grades in sciences. |
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International Baccalaureate (IB) |
37 points with 7,6,6 at Higher Level including Chemistry and at least one other science subject. SL: Mathematics and English at 5 and Biology at 5 (if not at HL). Mathematics Analysis & approaches and Applications & interpretation pathways accepted. If Mathematics and English Language do not form part of your IB diploma, GCSEs are accepted, or equivalent, at B. |
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Degree qualifications (for
graduate applicants) |
2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a Biology, Chemistry, |
Application Requirements
So you have questions about the medical application requirements to get into Edinburgh Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What are Edinburgh’s work experience requirements?
Quality of experience is valued over quantity. Edinburgh Medical School is looking for clear evidence of reflection on these experiences, showing what personal lessons you took from them and using these to demonstrate an aptitude for medicine.
- How does Edinburgh use the Medical Personal Statement?
While it will not be formally assessed, it will play an important part in the assessment day.
- Does Edinburgh Medical School require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?
N/A.
- Which interview style does Edinburgh Medical School use in it’s selection of medical students?
Assessment day.
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 |
Quality of experience is valued over quantity. Edinburgh Medical School is looking for clear evidence of reflection on these experiences, showing what personal lessons you took from them and using these to demonstrate an aptitude for medicine. |
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Personal Statement |
While it will not be formally assessed, it will play an important part in the
assessment day. |
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Admissions Test |
N/A. |
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Interview Methods |
Assessment day. |