144 points from 3 A levels, or equivalent, including 48 points in Biology and 48 points in one other science subject (Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology). For A levels which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application. A levels in General Studies, Critical Thinking and Vocational/Applied A levels are not accepted.

All applicants will be required to sit the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) in year of application

All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, either an individual online interview or an on campus interview, which will be used alongside your application to determine your suitability for this course.

Applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course.

The Department of Health requires all new Exposure Prone Procedures (EPP) workers, including students, are tested for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The consent, test and managed process of results will be carried out by our Occupational Health Department.


All applicants will be required to sit the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) in year of application

All shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an interview, either an individual online interview or an on campus interview, which will be used alongside your application to determine your suitability for this course.

Applicants must pass Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and Occupational Health checks before starting the course.

The Department of Health requires all new Exposure Prone Procedures (EPP) workers, including students, are tested for HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C. The consent, test and managed process of results will be carried out by our Occupational Health Department.


UCAS Tariff Entry Requirement 144
UCAS Tariff Further Details 144 points from 3 A levels, or equivalent, including 48 points in A level Biology and 48 points in one other science subject (Chemistry, Physics, Maths or Psychology). For A levels which include a separate science practical component, a pass is desirable and may strengthen an application.

Interview Required? Yes
Portfolio Required? No
Admissions Test Required? Yes
Audition Required No
Occupational Health Check Required Yes
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Check Required Yes
Letter of good conduct Yes
Other Required No

GCSE GCSE English and mathematics at grade A/7 or above. 2 GCSE science subjects at grade B/6 or above.
Are Key Skills acceptable in lieu of GCSEs? No
Are Functional Skills acceptable in lieu of GCSEs? No
Are Scottish Core Skills acceptable in lieu of GCSEs? No