Nottingham Medicine 2027: UCAT, Entry Requirements & Interview

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Nottingham Medicine (University of Nottingham School of Medicine) for 2027 entry: entry requirements, A-level and GCSE grades, how it uses the UCAT, admissions statistics, interview format and graduate entry - from MedicHut's medical admissions team.

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

Nottingham Medicine entry requirements (2027 entry)

Nottingham Medicine asks for AAA including Biology (or Human Biology) and Chemistry at A-level, or 34 points overall including Higher Level 6 in Biology and Higher Level 6 in Chemistry (or 6,6,6 across three HL certificates including HL6 Biology and HL6 Chemistry) in the IB. At GCSE: 6 GCSEs at Level 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (double science); if Maths and English Language are not among these 6, minimum grade Level 6 in both. Nottingham combines UCAT score with GCSEs to rank for interview, with Verbal Reasoning doubled and a maximum of 40 points each for UCAT cognitive and SJT; Band 4 SJT not considered. Average UCAT score of Home applicants invited to interview for 2022 entry was 2,643 (out of 3,600).

A-level requirement: AAA including Biology (or Human Biology) and Chemistry
Minimum A-levels: AAA - Biology and Chemistry required; no General Studies
IB requirement: 34 points overall including Higher Level 6 in Biology and Higher Level 6 in Chemistry (or 6,6,6 across three HL certificates including HL6 Biology and HL6 Chemistry)
GCSE requirement: 6 GCSEs at Level 7 (A) including Chemistry and Biology (double science); if Maths and English Language are not among these 6, minimum grade Level 6 in both
UCAS code: A100
Places: ~280 Home + ~25 Overseas
Applications per place: ~10 applicants per place, Home (2025 entry); Graduate Entry ~6.3 applicants per place.
Contextual offers: Nottingham Potential / Realising Opportunities: relaxed UCAT and GCSE thresholds for eligible widening-participation applicants.
Fees: £48,900 per year international.

Predicted A-level grades are not used to rank applicants here. That means a lower prediction is not a disadvantage at the shortlisting stage, provided you meet the minimum entry requirement. You still need to achieve the required grades on results day, so keep working to surpass your predictions.

SJT is used in shortlisting here, so your band sits alongside your other scores when interviews are decided.

This school ranks applicants with a points based scoring system. Work out your own points score before you spend one of your four choices.

How Nottingham uses the UCAT

Nottingham combines UCAT score with GCSEs to rank for interview, with Verbal Reasoning doubled and a maximum of 40 points each for UCAT cognitive and SJT; Band 4 SJT not considered. Average UCAT score of Home applicants invited to interview for 2022 entry was 2,643 (out of 3,600).

Average UCAT score of Home interviewees for 2022 entry was 2,643 (out of 3,600). 2026 entry prediction (out of 2,700): 1,960.

Nottingham medicine interview format

Six scenarios, including at least one role play, lasting up to one hour in total. Nottingham does not use the label MMI. For 2027 entry, Home applicants attend in person and international applicants interview online through Microsoft Teams. 15 December 2026 to 29 January 2027. Interviews follow the UCAT and GCSE combined ranking.

Sample Nottingham interview questions

Why Nottingham specifically - what about the integrated BMedSci attracts you?
Tell us about a time you failed at something and what you learned.
Ethics: should the NHS prioritise patients who lead healthy lifestyles?
Role-play: explain to an elderly relative why they need to take a new medication.
What are the biggest challenges facing primary care in the East Midlands?
Describe a recent medical breakthrough and its limitations.
How would you approach a difficult conversation with a grieving family member?
Discuss the role of research in modern medical practice.
What does the term 'patient autonomy' mean to you?
Tell us about a time you demonstrated leadership in a team.

Nottingham Medicine FAQs

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

Nottingham states that it does not use a fixed UCAT threshold and does not publish previous years' interview thresholds. Applicants are ranked on a combined score: eight GCSEs converted to points, plus UCAT with Verbal Reasoning doubled and the cognitive element capped at 40 points. SJT Band 4 applicants are not considered. A high UCAT with a strong GCSE profile is what moves you up the ranking.

Does Nottingham score the personal statement?

No - the PS is read for eligibility only and is not scored. Likewise, A-level predictions are not scored beyond meeting the AAA threshold.

How does Nottingham score GCSEs?

Your top eight GCSEs are converted to a points score and added to your UCAT score for shortlisting. A profile with multiple 7s, 8s and 9s including the core academic subjects is the expected baseline.

Is the Nottingham interview MMI or panel?

Neither label is Nottingham's own. Nottingham publishes an interview of six scenarios, including at least one role play, lasting up to one hour and delivered online via Microsoft Teams. The multi scenario structure is close to an MMI.

Does Nottingham require Biology AND Chemistry?

Yes - both at grade A minimum. General Studies and Critical Thinking are not accepted as a third A-level.

Does Nottingham accept resit A-levels?

Yes, with mitigating circumstances. Achieved grades must hit AAA at the resit attempt.

Does Nottingham accept the IB?

Yes - 34 points overall including Higher Level 6 in Biology and Higher Level 6 in Chemistry.

When does Nottingham make decisions?

Interview invitations typically go out from late autumn, with outcomes following interview. Offers are made on interview performance alone.

Does Nottingham offer Graduate Entry Medicine?

Yes - the A101 four-year programme is open to bioscience graduates with a 2:1 plus GAMSAT.

Can I defer my Nottingham Medicine offer?

Yes, deferred entry is supported provided it's agreed at offer stage.

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