University of sheffield
Medical School Profile
Here, we’ll detail how the University of Sheffield 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 Sheffield Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What GCSE grades do Sheffield look for?
77777 (AAAAA) at GCSE. Applicants must have a minimum of 6 (B) in English Language, Maths and Science. Resits are accepted (single resit per GCSE and all resits should be taken in the same sitting).
- What IB score are Sheffield looking for in prospective medical applicants?
36 points overall with 6s in Higher Level subjects (to include Chemistry or Biology and another science subject) and no less than 4 in Standard Level subjects.
- Which A-Level subjects do Sheffield require?
Should include Chemistry or Biology, and another science (Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology), taken in one sitting. Further Maths, Critical Thinking, and General Studies are not accepted.
- What are the degree requirements for this course (for graduate applicants)?
Applicants with a 2:1 degree in any subject and BBB at A level, including Chemistry or Biology taken in one sitting, will be considered.
You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:
Summary Grade Requirements Table
| Qualification | Grade Requirements for Sheffield |
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Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers |
AAA at A level, including Chemistry or Biology, and another science (Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology), taken in one sitting. Further Maths, Critical Thinking, and General Studies are not accepted. AA at Advanced Higher including Chemistry or Biology and another science (Biology, Chemistry, Maths, Physics, Psychology). AAAAB at Scottish Higher. |
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GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
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77777 (AAAAA) at GCSE. Applicants must have a minimum of 6 (B) in English Language, Maths and Science. Resits are accepted (single resit per GCSE and all resits should be taken in the same sitting). |
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International Baccalaureate (IB) |
36 points overall with 6s in Higher Level subjects (to include Chemistry or Biology and another science subject) and no less than 4 in Standard Level subjects. |
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Degree qualifications (graduate applicants) |
Applicants with a 2:1 degree in any subject and BBB at A level, including Chemistry or Biology taken in one sitting, will be considered. |
Application Requirements
So you have questions about the medical application requirements to get into Sheffield Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What are Sheffield’s work experience requirements?
Interest in what applicants have learned from their work experience. In addition to shadowing a GP or other medical practitioner, there are many other areas related to medicine in which applicants can gain experience, such as care homes or community-based work experience. Clinical work experience is preferred but not required.
- How does Sheffield use the Medical Personal Statement?
Not read or scored. Interest in medicine, work experience /volunteering and outside interests are all explored at interview.
- Does Sheffield require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?
UCAT.
- Which interview style does Sheffield 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 |
Interest in what applicants have learned from their work experience. In
addition to shadowing a GP or other medical practitioner, there are many
other areas related to medicine in which applicants can gain experience,
such as care homes or community-based work experience. Clinical work
experience is preferred but not required. |
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Personal Statement |
Not read or scored. Interest in medicine, work experience /volunteering
and outside interests are all explored at interview |
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Admissions Test |
UCAT. |
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Interview Methods |
Multiple Mini-Interviews. |