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Last reviewed: October 2026 · Entry year covered: 2027
Considering Queen Mary Medicine? Here's a complete breakdown of entry requirements, admissions criteria, and the application process for 2027 entry.
Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry, part of Queen Mary University of London, is one of England's oldest and most prestigious medical schools. St Bartholomew's Hospital, founded in 1123, is the oldest hospital in Britain still on its original site, giving the school an unparalleled heritage in medical education.
Based in Whitechapel, East London, the school offers students exceptional clinical exposure in one of the most diverse and dynamic healthcare environments in the country. The local population's diversity means students encounter a remarkable range of conditions and presentations, preparing them exceptionally well for modern medical practice.
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UCAS Code: A100 | 5 years
The standard 5-year undergraduate medicine programme for school leavers and graduates. Open to UK and international applicants.
You are viewing this courseUCAS Code: A101 | 4 years
Accelerated programme for graduates with a 2:1 degree. Home fee status applicants only. Queen Mary does not publish an A101 place number on its 2027 course pages.
View full entry requirements| Route | UCAS Code | Length |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine MBBS (standard entry) | A100 · institution code Q50 | 5 years |
| Medicine Graduate Entry Programme | A101 | 4 years |
| Gateway or foundation year route into Medicine | Not offered. Queen Mary's contextual admissions page states that foundation programmes, both standalone and integrated, are not eligible for contextual offers | |
Queen Mary publishes the number of places it expects to have for September 2027 on the five-year MBBS: 311 Home students and up to 24 Overseas students.
The following requirements apply to the standard 5-year Medicine MBBS programme (A100). For Graduate Entry, see the dedicated page linked above.
| Qualification | Requirement |
|---|---|
| A-Level Grades | A*AA (results must be achieved in one sitting over a study period of no longer than two years) |
| Required Subjects | Must include Biology or Chemistry, and a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics or Mathematics) |
| Not Accepted | General Studies, Critical Thinking |
| Science Practicals | Practical endorsement required where applicable |
All applicants must sit the UCAT in the same year they apply. Queen Mary uses UCAT scores as part of their holistic selection process.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cut-off Score | Fourth decile or above, SJT Bands 1-3 |
| How UCAT is Used | Considered alongside academic achievements and personal statement |
| SJT Consideration | Yes, SJT band is considered during shortlisting |
| UCAT Weighting | Significant factor in shortlisting for interview |
| What happens below the line | Your application "will not be considered further than the first shortlisting" if your total UCAT score is below the fourth decile, or if you score SJT Band 4 |
| Does clearing the decile get you an interview? | No. Queen Mary states there is no guarantee of an interview if you score above the fourth decile |
| Published numerical cut-off | Not published. Queen Mary states it is not possible to predict what the thresholds will be in any individual year, nor to use previous years' data to predict them |
| Exemptions or waivers | Not granted under any circumstances. If you cannot sit the UCAT, Queen Mary's advice is to reapply the following cycle |
| Contextual UCAT threshold | None. Contextual status does not lower the fourth-decile line or the SJT rule — the enhanced guaranteed interview actually requires you to be at or above the fourth decile with SJT Bands 1–3 |
"Barts is a medical school where your whole application matters. They're looking for well-rounded candidates who demonstrate genuine commitment to medicine. Your UCAT is important, but so is your personal statement and the evidence of work experience you've gained. It's about putting together a compelling package that shows you understand what medicine involves."
— Dr. Ash, Future Doc
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.
This one catches applicants out. Queen Mary's A100 selection criteria describe an online panel interview, not an MMI circuit: "Interview panels typically consist of two members of senior academic or clinical staff and sometimes a lay selector." If you have been drilling MMI station technique for Barts, redirect some of that preparation towards sustained panel conversation.
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Format | Online panel interview — typically two senior academic or clinical staff, sometimes with a lay selector |
| Number of stations | Not applicable — and not published. Queen Mary publishes no station count because A100 is not run as an MMI |
| Interview period | January to February, with decisions communicated in March once all interviews are complete |
| What's assessed | Motivation and the reality of a career in medicine; initiative, resilience and maturity; teamwork; organisation and problem solving; contribution to university life; communication skills |
| Possible outcomes | Offer, rejection, or waiting list — waiting-list candidates who are unplaced elsewhere may be reconsidered after summer results |
| Reapplying after rejection | You cannot be reconsidered within the same cycle, but may reapply the following year without prejudice if you obtain the relevant qualifications at the first attempt |
Selection follows the principles of values-based recruitment and the core values of the NHS.
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| Metric | Figure |
|---|---|
| A100 Home places expected (September 2027) | 311 — published by Queen Mary on its A100 selection criteria page |
| A100 Overseas places expected (September 2027) | Up to 24 |
| Annual applications (A100) | Not published. Queen Mary does not publish application counts |
| Interview invitations | Not published |
| Applications per place | Not published. Any ratio you see quoted elsewhere is an estimate, not a Queen Mary figure |
| UCAT threshold | Fourth decile or above with SJT Bands 1–3 is the minimum to pass first shortlisting. The numerical score this corresponds to is not published in advance |
Queen Mary expects applicants to have undertaken relevant experience that demonstrates their understanding of and commitment to medicine. They are looking for evidence of:
If clinical experience was difficult to access, Queen Mary will consider alternative evidence of commitment and understanding of healthcare careers.
Considered on a case-by-case basis
Queen Mary considers applicants who have retaken qualifications, though strong mitigating circumstances may be required. First-time achievers may be viewed more favourably in competitive shortlisting.
Yes
Re-applicants are welcome to apply again. You will need to demonstrate how your application has strengthened since your previous attempt.
A100 only
| Programme | International Students |
|---|---|
| Medicine MBBS (A100) | Accepted |
| Graduate Entry Medicine (A101) | Home fee status only |
Note: International applicants should check English language requirements (typically IELTS 7.0 overall with minimum 6.5 in each component).
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.
Queen Mary's scheme is the clearest guaranteed-interview offer in this group — but read the order of the gates carefully. The UCAT filter is applied first, and contextual status does not relax it. The guarantee only bites for an applicant who has already cleared the UCAT bar.
If you meet a standard criterion, Queen Mary will lower the grades it asks of you by one. If you meet an enhanced criterion and clear the UCAT and GCSE gates, it will also guarantee you an interview — which, at a school where interview selection is the hardest step, is worth more than the grade drop.
| How it helps | What that means for you |
|---|---|
| Lower A-level offer (standard contextual) | AAA instead of A*AA — a one-grade reduction. |
| Lower A-level offer (enhanced, care leavers) | AAB — a two-grade reduction, for care leavers. |
| Guaranteed interview | Applicants on the enhanced route are guaranteed an interview for Medicine and Dentistry, subject to meeting the minimum GCSE requirements, being predicted at least AAA, and scoring within or above the UCAT 4th decile with SJT Bands 1–3. |
| Eligible qualifications | A-levels, Scottish Highers and the IB Diploma are all considered for a contextual offer. |
| Resit applicants are not shut out | Resitting applicants are still considered for contextual eligibility if the original A-levels were completed in the previous academic year and this is a first resit attempt. |
| Scale of the opportunity | Queen Mary publishes that it expects 311 Home places and up to 24 Overseas places on the five-year MBBS (A100) for September 2027 — one of the largest Home intakes in the country. |
For a side-by-side comparison, see every UK medical and dental school's widening participation scheme.
| Fee Status | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|
| Home (UK) | £10,050 |
| Overseas / International | £56,650 |
Both figures are published in the key information panel of Queen Mary's own Medicine (5 Year Programme) A100 course page for 2027 entry. Verified October 2026.
Funding note, and it is a significant one: Queen Mary states that in Years 1–4 you can apply for the same package of student finance as students on other courses, but that graduate students are not eligible for a tuition fee loan from the UK government. From Year 5 onwards the NHS pays your tuition fees, with grants, loans and bursaries available for living costs. The John Abernethy (Barts) Scholarship of £5,000 a year goes to two new medical students and one new dental student each year on the basis of household income and academic achievement — all first-degree home students enrolling in the School of Medicine and Dentistry are considered automatically, with no separate application.
The MBBS programme at Queen Mary follows an integrated curriculum combining scientific knowledge with clinical skills from Year 1.
Core biomedical sciences integrated with early clinical contact. Students learn anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pharmacology while beginning patient interactions in community and hospital settings.
Extensive clinical placements across specialties including medicine, surgery, paediatrics, obstetrics and gynaecology, psychiatry, and general practice. Students rotate through hospitals in the Barts Health NHS Trust and partner organisations.
Opportunities to pursue areas of personal interest through research projects, special study modules, and elective placements (including international opportunities).
Optional intercalated BSc or MSc available, allowing students to spend an additional year exploring a subject in greater depth.
Students train across major East London hospitals and community settings:
"What makes Barts special is the community it serves. East London is one of the most diverse places in the UK, and the clinical exposure you get is extraordinary. You'll see presentations and conditions that students at other medical schools rarely encounter. If you want to be challenged and truly prepared for modern medicine, Barts delivers."
— 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.
Queen Mary does not publish a fixed UCAT cut-off. They use your UCAT score as part of a holistic assessment alongside academic achievements, personal statement, and contextual factors. Aim for an above-average score to be competitive, but remember that your whole application matters.
Panel. Queen Mary's own A100 selection criteria describe an online interview with a panel that typically consists of two members of senior academic or clinical staff, and sometimes a lay selector. It is not an MMI circuit, and no station count is published. Interviews run January to February, with decisions communicated in March.
Yes, but with caveats. Queen Mary considers resit applicants on a case-by-case basis. Having strong mitigating circumstances will help your case. First-time achievers may be preferred when shortlisting is highly competitive.
International students can apply to the 5-year Medicine MBBS (A100) programme. However, the Graduate Entry programme (A101) is restricted to Home fee status applicants only. International fees are significantly higher than Home fees.
Very important. Queen Mary considers your personal statement during shortlisting. You need to demonstrate genuine motivation for medicine, reflection on relevant experiences, and an understanding of what a career in medicine involves.
Focus on three areas: achieve strong academics (AAA with excellent GCSEs), prepare thoroughly for the UCAT, and craft a compelling personal statement backed by genuine experience. 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, Barts and The London is one of the oldest and most respected medical schools in England. Its location in East London provides exceptional clinical exposure to a diverse patient population. The school has a strong research profile and excellent graduate outcomes.
Queen Mary has a vibrant student community based in Mile End and Whitechapel. Medical students benefit from dedicated facilities at the Blizard Building in Whitechapel, while also having access to the main Mile End campus. East London offers excellent transport links, diverse dining options, and a thriving cultural scene.
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.
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Last updated: March 2026. Information verified against Queen Mary University of London admissions pages and Medical Schools Council guidance.
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