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Wolverhampton Medical School 2027: Black Country MBChB Entry Requirements, UCAT & MMI

Wolverhampton (Black Country Medical School) Medicine (Black Country Medical School, University of Wolverhampton) 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: 25 September 2026 by MedicHut's medical admissions team.

Black Country Medical School, University of Wolverhampton is also known as Black Country Medical School.

Wolverhampton Medicine entry requirements (2027 entry)

Wolverhampton Medicine asks for AAA including Chemistry and Biology. The third subject cannot be General Studies or Critical Thinking. Predicted grades are not used, so you need achieved grades at A-level, or 37 points with 7, 6, 6 at Higher Level, including Chemistry and Biology at HL. One of them must be a 7. in the IB. At GCSE: At least six GCSEs at grade 6 (B) or above, including English Language, Maths, Biology and Chemistry (or Double Science). You must meet a minimum UCAT threshold, set each year above the national mean. UCAT total is used to rank applicants for interview and again when making offers. SJT Bands 1-4 are accepted.

  • A-level requirement: AAA including Chemistry and Biology. The third subject cannot be General Studies or Critical Thinking. Predicted grades are not used, so you need achieved grades.
  • IB requirement: 37 points with 7, 6, 6 at Higher Level, including Chemistry and Biology at HL. One of them must be a 7.
  • GCSE requirement: At least six GCSEs at grade 6 (B) or above, including English Language, Maths, Biology and Chemistry (or Double Science).
  • Places: First cohort starts September 2027: 50 places, open to international applicants only.
  • Applications per place: No data - first intake is September 2027
  • Graduate entry: Graduates can apply to the 5-year course with a 2:1 in any subject plus ABB at A-level including Chemistry and Biology (at least one A). No accelerated route.
  • Fees: Not applicable - no UK home places for 2027 entry.

How Wolverhampton uses the UCAT

You must meet a minimum UCAT threshold, set each year above the national mean. UCAT total is used to rank applicants for interview and again when making offers. SJT Bands 1-4 are accepted.

You must meet a minimum UCAT threshold, set each year above the national mean. UCAT total is used to rank applicants for interview and again when making offers. SJT Bands 1-4 are accepted.

Wolverhampton medicine interview format

Online Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs). They assess communication, empathy, critical thinking and fit with NHS values and GMC expectations. Normally December to March.

Sample Wolverhampton interview questions

  • Why do you want to study medicine at a brand-new medical school?
  • What health inequalities affect the Black Country and West Midlands?
  • Why study medicine in the UK rather than in your home country?
  • Role-play: a patient is upset because their GP appointment has been delayed. Talk to them.
  • Tell us about a time you showed compassion to someone. What did you do?
  • Describe a time you worked in a team where things went wrong. What was your role?
  • What did your online work experience teach you about being a doctor?
  • A friend on your course is copying coursework. What would you do?
  • How would you adjust to living and studying in a new country?
  • Describe a time you received difficult feedback. How did you respond?

Wolverhampton Medicine FAQs

When does the Wolverhampton medical school open?

The Black Country Medical School takes its first students on 13 September 2027.

Can UK students apply to Wolverhampton Medicine for 2027?

No. The September 2027 intake is open to international applicants only, with 50 places.

Do I apply through UCAS?

No. You apply directly to the University of Wolverhampton. Applications opened in September 2026 for 2027 entry.

What A-levels do I need?

AAA including Chemistry and Biology. Predicted grades are not used, so you need to have achieved these grades. IB applicants need 37 points with 7, 6, 6 at Higher Level, including Chemistry and Biology.

What UCAT score do I need for Wolverhampton?

There is a minimum threshold, set each year above the national mean. Your UCAT total is used to rank you for interview and again for offers, so a higher score helps at both stages. SJT Bands 1-4 are accepted.

What is the Wolverhampton interview like?

Online Multiple Mini Interviews, normally between December and March. They look at communication, empathy, critical thinking and fit with NHS values.

How much are the fees?

£47,000 a year for international students in 2027-28. Rises are capped at 6% a year, and fees include payments to placement providers.

Can graduates apply?

Yes, to the same 5-year course. You need a 2:1 in any subject plus ABB at A-level including Chemistry and Biology, with at least one A. There is no shortened route.

Who awards the degree?

The University of Wolverhampton, once GMC approval is complete. Like every new medical school, it is going through GMC quality assurance. Aston University is its partner and contingency school.

What English level do I need?

IELTS Academic 7.5 overall with no part below 7.0, or an accepted equivalent.

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