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

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Bristol 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: 3 October 2026 by MedicHut's medical admissions team.

Bristol Medicine entry requirements (2027 entry)

Bristol Medicine asks for AAA incl. A in Chemistry + A in one of Biology/Physics/Maths at A-level, or Minimum 36 points overall (18 at HL) with 6,6 at HL in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics in the IB. At GCSE: Grade 7 in Maths and grade 4 in English - an unusually light GCSE requirement. Bristol traditionally requires a top-decile UCAT. 2026 entry thresholds: 2240 home, 2270 overseas. MedicHut 2027 safe prediction 2300.

A-level requirement: AAA incl. A in Chemistry + A in one of Biology/Physics/Maths
Minimum A-levels: AAA - Chemistry plus one of Biology, Physics or Maths required
IB requirement: Minimum 36 points overall (18 at HL) with 6,6 at HL in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics
GCSE requirement: Grade 7 in Maths and grade 4 in English - an unusually light GCSE requirement
UCAS code: A100
Places: ~225 Home + ~25 Overseas
Applications per place: ~1.7 applicants per interview Home, ~3.1 Overseas (2025 cycle)
Contextual offers: Contextual offer: ABB, including A in Chemistry and B in one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics, for eligible WP applicants.
Fees: £9,535/yr Home (under review) - £45,800/yr Overseas

This school makes no use of the SJT, so a weaker band does not count against you.

The personal statement is not read at any point in selection here, so put your effort into UCAT, GCSEs and interview prep.

How Bristol uses the UCAT

Bristol traditionally requires a top-decile UCAT. 2026 entry thresholds: 2240 home, 2270 overseas. MedicHut 2027 safe prediction 2300.

2025 entry -> 3,010/3,600 Home, 3,080/3,600 Overseas - 2026 entry -> 2,240/2,700 Home, 2,270/2,700 Overseas. MedicHut 2027 safe prediction: 2,300/2,700.

Bristol medicine interview format

Bristol uses a structured interview, anticipated from December 2026 to February 2027 for 2027 entry. The latest detailed format was a remote Zoom interview lasting about 30 minutes, with six stations, published for the previous cycle. Check your invitation for the current arrangements. Interviews are anticipated from December 2026 to February 2027 for 2027 entry (Bristol's 2027 admissions statement). Applicants must be available from November to April.

Sample Bristol interview questions

Tell us about a recent experience that confirmed medicine is right for you.
What's the difference between sympathy and empathy?
Discuss the ethics of mandatory vaccination for NHS staff.
Role-play: a patient asks you to explain a positive cancer screening result over the phone.
How should the NHS handle the rising cost of new biologic drugs?
Why Bristol specifically?
Tell us about a time you handled criticism well.
What does professionalism mean for a medical student in 2027?
How would you balance academic demands with self-care during medical school?
Describe a global health issue you find important and why.

Bristol Medicine FAQs

What UCAT score do I need for Bristol Medicine 2027 entry?

Bristol's 50/50 UCAT + GCSE model means a strong GCSE profile can offset a slightly lower UCAT. The 2025 effective threshold was around 2,600. Aim for 2,650+ if your GCSEs are average; 2,550 may suffice with a near-perfect GCSE record.

How does Bristol score GCSEs?

Bristol assigns points per grade (9 = 12 pts, 8 = 11 pts, etc.) and totals your top eight GCSEs. Maths and English are weighted but the rest counts equally.

Does Bristol require Biology AND Chemistry at A-level?

Yes, both are mandatory at A grade minimum, with A* in Chemistry being the typical offer.

Is the Bristol interview MMI or panel?

Bristol calls it a structured interview. Its latest detailed format was a remote Zoom interview of about 30 minutes with six stations. Check your invitation for current arrangements.

Does Bristol accept resit A-levels?

Yes, with mitigating circumstances. Achieved grades must hit A*AA across the resit attempt.

Does Bristol offer Graduate Medicine?

No - Bristol withdrew its A101 graduate programme. Graduates apply through the standard 5-year MBChB.

When does Bristol Medicine make decisions?

Interviews are anticipated from December 2026 to February 2027 for 2027 entry; final outcomes by mid-April.

Can I defer my Bristol offer?

Yes, deferred entry is supported provided it's agreed before firming.

Does Bristol use the SJT?

Yes - Band 4 is an automatic reject regardless of cognitive score.

Does Bristol accept the IB?

Yes - 36 points with 6,6,6 at HL including HL Chemistry and Biology.

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