University of Exeter

Medical School Profile

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

  • What GCSE grades does Exeter Medical School look for?

Minimum GCSE grade 4 (C) in English Language and Maths.

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

Three Higher Level subjects required (666), of which Biology and Chemistry must be included. Minimum overall score 36.

  • Which A-Level subjects do Exeter require?

Should include Biology and Chemistry.

  • Which Scottish Highers do Exeter look for?

Scottish Highers AAAAB and AAB in Scottish Advanced Highers, or for Widening Participation applicants, AABBB in Scottish Highers and BBB in Scottish Advanced Highers.

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

Summary Grade Requirements Table

Qualification Grade Requirements for Exeter Medical School
Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers

A Levels: AAA at A level including Biology and Chemistry.

Scottish Highers AAAAB and AAB in Scottish Advanced Highers, or for
Widening Participation applicants, AABBB in Scottish Highers and BBB in
Scottish Advanced Highers.

GCSEs/Scottish Nationals

Minimum GCSE grade 4 (C) in English Language and Maths.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Three Higher Level subjects required (666), of which Biology and Chemistry must be included. Minimum overall score 36.

Application Requirements

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

  • What are Exeter’s work experience requirements?

Work experience is not a specified entry requirement for this programme.

  • How does Exeter use the Medical Personal Statement?

The personal statement is evaluated for details regarding mitigating circumstances. The statement is not ranked or scored as part of the selection process

  • Does Exeter Medical School require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?

The UCAT.

  • Which interview style does Exeter Medical School 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 is not a specified entry requirement for this programme.
Personal Statement
The personal statement is evaluated for details regarding mitigating circumstances. The statement is not ranked or scored as part of the selection process.
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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