Hertfordshire Medicine 2027: UCAT Cut-Off, Entry Requirements & Interview

Hertfordshire medicine entry requirements for 2027: A-level and GCSE grades, UCAT cut-off and scores, the interview format and example questions, fees and places.

Last reviewed: 14 September 2026 by MedicHut's medical admissions team.

Hertfordshire Medicine entry requirements (2027 entry)

Hertfordshire Medicine asks for AAA incl. Chemistry and Biology (or Human Biology) at grade A - 144 UCAS points at A-level, or 36 points overall with HL 6 in Chemistry or Biology and HL 5 in a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics) or Mathematics. in the IB. At GCSE: Not specified for this international-only course. No published cut-off yet; this is a brand-new course with applicants ranked by raw UCAT score.

• A-level requirement: AAA incl. Chemistry and Biology (or Human Biology) at grade A - 144 UCAS points
• Minimum A-levels: AAA - Chemistry and Biology mandatory at grade A
• IB requirement: 36 points overall with HL 6 in Chemistry or Biology and HL 5 in a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics) or Mathematics.
• GCSE requirement: Not specified for this international-only course
• UCAS code: A100 (institution code H36)
• Places: Small opening cohort - initially International (Overseas fee-status) only for 2027 entry; Home entry planned in a later cycle.
• Applications per place: Not yet published - competition ratios unavailable for the first intake (2026 entry)
• Contextual offers: Supported through the university's Widening Access and Student Success (WASS) team under its Access and Participation Plan
• Fees: International only: £47,500 per year, plus a £10,000 tuition fee deposit required prior to CAS issuance

How Hertfordshire uses the UCAT

No published cut-off yet; this is a brand-new course with applicants ranked by raw UCAT score.

No published cut-off yet; this is a brand-new course with applicants ranked by raw UCAT score.

No previous data - first intake was 2026 entry

Hertfordshire medicine interview format

Hertfordshire interviews all shortlisted applicants by Multiple Mini Interview, held online. The stations assess your motivation, communication skills and problem solving ability. UCAT is used to rank and select who is invited, with no fixed cut off published. Interviews run from November 2026 to April 2027. Hertfordshire does not publish a station count or station timings, and expects you to discuss your work experience and the knowledge, skills and attributes it gave you. November 2026 to April 2027

Sample Hertfordshire interview questions

• Why Hertfordshire specifically - what draws you to a brand-new MBBS at Hatfield over more established medical schools?
• Hertfordshire's curriculum is built around the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2024). Pick one professional value that matters to you and tell us why.
• Role-play: an elderly patient at a Watford GP practice is refusing to take a newly prescribed medication. Talk to them.
• Tell us about a time you showed empathy in a difficult situation - what did you learn about yourself?
• Ethics: should the NHS fund a very expensive drug that adds three months of life for a small number of patients?
• What did your work experience teach you about the day-to-day reality of being a junior doctor in the UK?
• Describe a time you worked in a team where things went wrong - what was your role and what changed?
• How would you handle a colleague you suspect is struggling with their mental health?
• What do you know about health inequalities in the East of England, and what could a newly qualified doctor realistically do about them?
• Describe a time you received difficult feedback - how did you respond?
• Why medicine and not another healthcare career such as nursing, physiotherapy or physician associate?
• Why should Hertfordshire choose you over an equally qualified applicant with the same UCAT and predictions?

Hertfordshire Medicine FAQs

What UCAT score do I need for Hertfordshire Medical School 2027 entry?

Hertfordshire does not publish a fixed cut-off. Academically eligible applicants are ranked by total UCAT cognitive score and the top scorers are invited to Interview Day. As a small international-first programme, aim for 2,700+ to sit comfortably above the ranking line.

What are Hertfordshire's A-level requirements for Medicine?

AAA including Chemistry and Biology (or Human Biology) at grade A plus a third A-level at grade A. Any third subject is accepted, including arts and humanities, except General Studies, Critical Thinking, Thinking Skills and Global Perspectives.

Can Home (UK) students apply to Hertfordshire Medicine for 2027 entry?

Not yet. For 2027 entry the MBBS is initially open to International (Overseas fee-status) students only. Home entry is planned in a later cycle - confirm the opening year on the official course page before applying.

What is the Hertfordshire interview like?

An Interview Day with values-based stations benchmarked against the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2024) - motivation, communication, ethics, empathy, teamwork and NHS awareness. Offers are ranked on interview performance.

Does Hertfordshire Medical School accept international students?

Yes - and for 2027 entry international applicants are the only route into the MBBS. Requirements include AAA (Chem+Bio at A), UCAT, IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in every component, and Interview Day.

Is Hertfordshire Medical School GMC accredited?

The MBBS is designed against the GMC's Good Medical Practice (2024) framework and, as a new UK medical school, is going through the GMC's standard quality-assurance process for new schools ahead of the first cohort graduating. Confirm the current status with the University of Hertfordshire for your entry year.

Where will I do my clinical placements at Hertfordshire?

Across the Hertfordshire and East of England NHS network - West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals (Watford, Hemel, St Albans), East and North Hertfordshire (Lister, QEII) and Princess Alexandra Hospital (Harlow), plus GP and community placements from Year 1.

Does Hertfordshire accept the IB?

Yes - 36 points overall with HL 6 in Chemistry or Biology and HL 5 in a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics) or Mathematics.

Does Hertfordshire offer graduate entry Medicine?

No separate GEM route. Hertfordshire offers the standard 5-year MBBS (A100). Graduates apply on the same terms as school leavers and must meet the AAA (Chem+Bio at A) academic profile plus the UCAT and GCSE requirements.

When does Hertfordshire make decisions?

Interview invitations roll from winter; interview outcomes typically issued through spring for 2027 entry.

How does Hertfordshire compare to other newer UK medical schools?

Hertfordshire is the newest school in the East of England, with a modern Hatfield campus and 24-minute rail links to London. Anglia Ruskin (Chelmsford) and UEA (Norwich) are more established East of England options; Chester and Sunderland are similarly small newer schools in the North West / North East. For 2027 entry, Home students without Overseas fee-status must apply elsewhere until Hertfordshire opens to Home applicants.

Can I defer my Hertfordshire Medicine offer?

Deferred entry is generally considered on a case-by-case basis and must be agreed at offer stage - confirm with the University of Hertfordshire admissions team before firming your offer.

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