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Use this page to get oriented quickly, build your shortlist, and work out which questions to ask — then confirm the specifics that your application depends on (grades, admissions test, fees, eligibility) directly with the university before you apply. If you spot something that looks out of date, tell us and we will check it.
Last reviewed: October 2026 · Entry year covered: 2027
Considering Liverpool Medicine? Here's a complete breakdown of entry requirements, admissions criteria, and the application process for 2027 entry.
The University of Liverpool School of Medicine is one of the UK's oldest and most respected medical schools, founded in 1834. As a Russell Group institution, Liverpool combines world-class research with outstanding clinical training, producing graduates who are well-prepared for the demands of modern medical practice.
Liverpool's MBChB programme is built around problem-based learning (PBL), encouraging students to develop critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills from the very beginning. The school benefits from strong partnerships with major NHS trusts in Merseyside, providing diverse clinical exposure across urban and rural settings.
Considering University of Liverpool? Future Doc's Predictable Offer Protocol™ coordinates every element of your application as one interconnected system, from UCAT preparation to university selection to interview readiness. 93% of our students receive at least one offer. Find out how it works.
UCAS Code: A100 | 5 years
The standard 5-year undergraduate medicine programme for school leavers and graduates. Open to UK and international applicants with strong academic credentials.
You are viewing this courseUCAS Code: A101 | 4 years
Graduate entry route. Note that the School of Medicine's contextual scheme explicitly does not apply to graduates.
View full entry requirementsUCAS Code: 789S | 6 years
Year Zero foundation programme for mature students or those with non-traditional qualifications. Not open to current A-level students or school leavers.
View full entry requirements| Route | UCAS code | Length | Admissions test | Open to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicine and Surgery MBChB | A100 | 5 years | UCAT (non-graduates); GAMSAT for graduate applicants to A100 | UK and international applicants. Start 27 September 2027; UCAS deadline 15 October 2026 for both UK and international applicants. |
| Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry) MBChB | A101 | 4 years | See Liverpool's course page | Graduates. The School of Medicine's contextual scheme does not apply here. |
| Foundation to Medicine (Year 0) MBChB | 789S | 6 years | No UCAT required | Mature students and applicants with non-traditional qualifications. Not school leavers, not current A-level students, not graduates. |
UCAS codes verified on Liverpool's own course pages. Note that 789S, not A101, is the foundation route — A101 is graduate entry.
The following requirements apply to the standard 5-year Medicine MBChB programme (A100). For the Foundation Year programme, see the dedicated page linked above.
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A-Level Grades | AAA including Chemistry |
| Required Subjects | Chemistry required, plus at least one from Biology, Physics, or Mathematics |
| Preferred Third Subject | Any academic A-Level accepted |
| Not Accepted | General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship Studies |
Non-graduate applicants to the A100 programme must sit the UCAT in the same year they apply; graduate applicants are subject to different entry criteria and are currently required to have taken the GAMSAT instead. Liverpool uses a UCAT threshold that varies each year depending on the applicant pool. Your UCAT score is combined with academic performance to create a ranking for interview selection.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Score | Variable (typically competitive) |
| How UCAT is Used | Combined with academic score to rank applicants for interview |
| SJT Consideration | Yes, Band 4 typically results in automatic rejection |
| UCAT Weighting | ~50% of shortlisting decision |
"Liverpool is a medical school that rewards consistent performance across your UCAT. They're looking for strong overall scores rather than just one exceptional section. If you can pair a competitive UCAT with solid academics, you'll be in a strong position for interview. The MMI format means interview preparation is just as crucial as the initial application."
— Dr. Ash, Future Doc
Liverpool does not publish a percentage weighting between UCAT and academic performance. What it does publish is that offers for non-graduate applicants follow an assessment of UCAT performance, academic potential and interview, and that contextual applicants may be given additional consideration at any of those stages. Treat any precise split you see quoted elsewhere as an estimate, not a published figure.
Note: The UCAT format changed in July 2025 with the removal of Abstract Reasoning, reducing the maximum score from 3,600 to 2,700. Cut-off scores and statistics from previous years may not directly apply to the current format.
Liverpool uses the Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) format, which has become the gold standard for medical school selection. No offers are made without an interview.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Format | Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) |
| Number of Stations | Not published by Liverpool |
| Duration per Station | Not published by Liverpool |
| Interview Period | Not published for 2027 entry |
| What's Assessed | Liverpool points applicants to the Medical Schools Council statement on the core values and attributes needed to study medicine rather than publishing its own station-level criteria |
| Contextual flexibility at interview | Liverpool reviews eligible contextual applications to decide whether to accept reduced interview performance. The degree of flexibility is set annually, after all scores are in. |
Liverpool does not publish its station types. The list below reflects UK MMI practice generally.
Important: Each station is assessed independently, so a poor performance at one station won't necessarily sink your entire interview. The MMI format allows you to reset and approach each new challenge fresh.
Preparing for your University of Liverpool interview? Future Doc's Think Like a Doctor™ module includes university-specific practice, high-pressure simulations, and an intensive In-Person Interview Day. Our near-100% interview-to-offer conversion rate reflects months of preparation across the full application, not just last-minute coaching. Learn more.
| Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| Reduced contextual offers (2027 entry) | Up to 50 — published by the School of Medicine |
| Annual Applications | Not published by Liverpool |
| Total Places | Not published by Liverpool |
| Interview Invitations | Not published by Liverpool |
| Post-Interview Success Rate | Not published by Liverpool |
| UCAT cut-off | Not published. Liverpool uses a threshold that varies each year with the applicant pool. |
Liverpool expects applicants to have gained relevant experience that demonstrates their understanding of healthcare and their commitment to medicine. While there is no strict minimum hours requirement, they are looking for evidence of:
Liverpool understands that access to clinical experience can be challenging. They will consider alternative evidence of commitment to healthcare where clinical placements were not possible, but you must demonstrate genuine insight into what a career in medicine involves.
Considered on case-by-case basis
Liverpool will consider resit applicants where there are genuine extenuating circumstances. First-time achievers are generally preferred. Multiple resits are viewed less favourably.
Yes
Re-applicants are welcome to apply again. You should demonstrate how your application has improved since your previous attempt, whether through better academics, a stronger UCAT score, or enhanced experience.
A100 only
| Programme | International Students |
|---|---|
| Medicine MBChB (A100) | Accepted (limited places) |
| Foundation to Medicine, Year 0 (789S) | Home fee status only |
Note: International places are limited. English language requirement is IELTS 7.0 overall with minimum 7.0 in each component, or equivalent.
A contextual offer is an adjustment a university makes for applicants whose circumstances have made their education harder than the grades alone suggest. Universities use them because they recognise that two students with the same predicted grades have not always had the same run at them. They are a formal, published part of the admissions process — not a favour, and not something you have to argue for.
What the adjustment actually is varies by school, and it matters more than most applicants realise. Depending on where you apply, qualifying can mean: a lower grade offer; being ranked against other widening participation applicants rather than the whole field; a guaranteed or prioritised interview; a lower admissions test threshold or extra shortlisting points; relaxed GCSE or subject requirements; or access to a separate gateway or foundation year route.
Liverpool's School of Medicine publishes its contextual criteria in a short document of its own, separate from the university-wide policy. For 2027 entry the list is tight:
That is the whole list. There is no first-in-family criterion, no free school meals criterion and no school-performance criterion in the School of Medicine's own contextual document. You also have to be a home student, and you must not be a graduate or a mature applicant.
Separately, Liverpool runs the Liverpool Scholars and Liverpool Pathways programmes, and the School of Medicine states it will continue its commitment to making reduced offers to eligible applicants from those programmes.
If you qualify, Liverpool may lower the grades it asks of you, relax its GCSE scoring bar, and review whether it is appropriate to accept a lower UCAT or interview performance from you. But it is a chance at a limited number of reduced offers, not an entitlement.
| How it helps | What that means for you |
|---|---|
| Up to 50 reduced offers for 2027 entry | Liverpool states: “For entry in 2027, the School of Medicine intends to make up to 50 reduced contextual offers to the most competitive of the applicants who are deemed eligible for a medicine offer” from the two groups above. A hard, published number — rare, and worth knowing. |
| Up to two grades below the standard offer | “A reduced offer will be up to 2 grades below the standard University of Liverpool A-level offer.” The standard offer is AAA including Chemistry plus one of Biology, Physics or Maths, and a third academic subject. |
| Relaxed GCSE scoring bar | Standard applicants need 15 points from their best 9 GCSEs. Contextual applicants are expected to offer at least 12 points. That is a real and specific concession. |
| Possible flexibility on UCAT and interview performance | Liverpool reviews each eligible application to decide “if it is appropriate to accept reduced GCSE, UCAT or interview performance”. The degree of flexibility is set annually, once all applicants' scores are in — which is why no figure is published for it. |
| Reduced offers via Liverpool Scholars and Liverpool Pathways | A separate named route to a reduced offer, alongside the IMD and care-experienced route. There is also a Whiteley Award of £3,000 a year for a UK undergraduate from an under-represented background who has completed Liverpool Scholars or Pathways to Medicine. |
| Foundation to Medicine (Year 0), UCAS 789S | A six-year route for applicants without the standard qualifications. Read the eligibility carefully — see the warning below. |
For a side-by-side comparison, see every UK medical and dental school's widening participation scheme.
| Fee Status | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|
| UK (also applies to Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland) | £10,050 |
| International | £51,500 |
Both figures are published by Liverpool on the Medicine and Surgery MBChB course page, which states: “The fees shown are for the academic year 2027/28.” Liverpool does not band its international medicine fee by clinical year — it publishes a single annual rate.
The MBChB programme uses a problem-based learning (PBL) approach, with clinical exposure integrated from Year 1.
Core biomedical sciences taught through PBL tutorials, lectures, and practical sessions. Early clinical skills training and patient contact begins immediately. Students explore the scientific basis of medicine while developing communication and professional skills.
Transition to more intensive clinical exposure with hospital and community placements. Systems-based teaching integrates with clinical experience. Students begin to apply theoretical knowledge in real healthcare settings.
Full-time clinical rotations across specialties including medicine, surgery, psychiatry, obstetrics and gynaecology, paediatrics, and general practice. Includes a Student Selected Component (SSC) for areas of personal interest.
An optional intercalated degree (BSc, MRes, or MPH) is available between Years 2-3 or 3-4, allowing students to explore research or specialist areas in greater depth.
Students train across a network of NHS trusts and healthcare facilities in Merseyside and beyond:
"Liverpool offers something really special: you get the clinical diversity of a major city combined with a genuinely supportive learning environment. The PBL approach means you're actively engaging with clinical problems from day one, not just memorising facts. The hospital network is excellent, and Liverpool as a city is vibrant, affordable, and welcoming."
— Dr. Ash, Future Doc
Applying to medical school requires more than meeting the minimum entry requirements. Here are practical steps to strengthen your application:
For an overview of all UK medical schools and how they compare, see the UK Medical Schools hub page.
Liverpool uses a variable UCAT threshold that changes each year based on the applicant pool. Generally, you'll want to score above the national average to be competitive. Your UCAT is combined with academic qualifications to rank applicants for interview, so a strong UCAT can compensate for slightly lower grades and vice versa. Aim for a strong, balanced score across all sections.
Liverpool uses 7-8 MMI stations, each lasting 5-7 minutes. You'll rotate through different scenarios including role-plays, ethical discussions, data interpretation, and teamwork exercises. Each station is assessed independently, so don't let one challenging station affect your performance at the next. Preparation across a range of scenario types is essential.
Yes, but Liverpool prefers first-time achievers. If you have genuine extenuating circumstances for your resits, they will consider your application on a case-by-case basis. Multiple resits are viewed less favourably, so make sure your second attempt results are strong.
International students can apply to the 5-year MBChB (A100) programme, though places are limited. The Foundation Year programme is only open to Home fee status applicants. International students must meet English language requirements and pay higher tuition fees.
Liverpool does not score personal statements during the selection process. However, your personal statement is still checked for red flags and may be referenced during the interview. Focus your energy on academics and UCAT preparation, but ensure your personal statement is well-written and accurate.
Focus on achieving strong academics (AAA minimum with Chemistry), prepare thoroughly for the UCAT to score above the national average, and gain meaningful healthcare experience that you can reflect on articulately. Most applicants treat these as separate tasks, which is why the national success rate is just 16%. Future Doc's Predictable Offer Protocol coordinates every element as one interconnected system, which is why 93% of their students receive at least one offer.
Yes, Liverpool is a highly respected Russell Group medical school with excellent clinical facilities and a strong research profile. The problem-based learning approach develops strong clinical reasoning skills, and graduates consistently perform well in national assessments. Liverpool as a city offers great quality of life with lower living costs than London.
Most applicants treat the medical school application as a series of separate hurdles: the UCAT, personal statement, work experience, university selection, and interviews. They try to solve each one independently. This creates a fragmented approach where the pieces never add up.
Future Doc works differently. Through the Predictable Offer Protocol, a dedicated coach who knows your complete profile coordinates every element of your application as one interconnected system. Every decision is made with the full picture in mind.
The result: 93% of our students receive at least one offer. If they don't, they come back next year for free.
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Last updated: February 2026. Information verified against University of Liverpool admissions pages and Medical Schools Council guidance.
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