Hull York

Hull York medical school is a partnership between the University of Hull and the University of York and is impressively ranked third in the UK for medicine by The Guardian in 2026.

As a member of both universities of York and Hull, students will have access to the best facilities and great research opportunities that both universities can offer.

About The Course

Hull York Medical School has designed an innovative medical MBBS programme that prepares its students to face various challenges and situations in a healthcare setting.

The course combines patient-centred teaching alongside foundational sciences and clinical experience to equip students with problem-solving methodology. This allows students to develop ways to be analytical and logical as well as honing in on their communication skills.

Hull York also provides a breadth of experiences through clinical placements at both Hull University and York where students are challenged and trained to become exceptional doctors.

Hull York Medical School divides its medical course into 3 phases.

Structure Of The Course

Year 1-2

In Phase 1, students will utilise problem-based learning to understand and learn about the anatomy of the human body as well as delving into clinical knowledge. Students will learn through hypothetical patient cases and be able to integrate their knowledge into these cases.

Year 3-4

In Phase 2, students will be placed full-time in their clinical placements in both primary and secondary care (hospitals and GP settings). You will get a chance to rotate through different specialities of medicine and surgery and enhance history-taking skills, PBL skills and learn more about the pathophysiology of various medical conditions.

Placement sites for Phase 2 will be either in Hull, York, Grimsby, Northallerton, Middlesbrough, Scarborough, or Scunthorpe.

Year 5

Students will be prepared to start medical training and be taught to transition from medical school to foundation training. A greater emphasis will be placed on the medical students being a bigger part of a multidisciplinary team and they will continue to develop their clinical skills. Students will also be allowed to carry out an elective abroad for 6-weeks where they get a chance to experience healthcare in a different country.

Academic Requirements

GCSEs: Minimum of 6 GCSEs at grade 9/A* plus a 4/C in English Language and a 6/B Mathematics.

A-levels: AAA Biology and Chemistry with minimum predicted grades of AAB. General Studies, Critical Thinking, Citizenship and Applied Science are not accepted.

Scottish Higher: AAAAB Must include Biology and Chemistry with minimum predicted grades of BB.

Scottish Advanced Higher: BBB Biology and Chemistry

International Baccalaureate: 35 points, including 5 in Biology and Chemistry. 6, 6, 5 in three Higher Level subjects, including 6 in Biology and Chemistry.

IELTs (International applicants only): Minimum of 7.5 with no sub-test under 7.0. Score must be achieved within 2 years of application date.

Bachelor's Degree (Graduates only): Minimum A-level grades of BBB and a predicted achievement of at least 2:1 in their degree. Although applicants do not necessarily require a degree in biomedical sciences, they must demonstrate sufficient background knowledge of Biology and Chemistry, either within their degree or achieving grade A in both subjects at A-level.

Mitigating Circumstances

Resits policy: A-levels must be achieved within a 3 year period. Resits are considered however they must have achieved a minimum of BBB in the first sitting.

Extenuating circumstances: Hull York Medical School recognises that extenuating circumstances may affect an application to study with them. If an applicant feels that their ability to meet the minimum requirements has been affected, an online form can be filled out here. Further information on what may be accepted as mitigating circumstances can found on their website here.

Deferred entry: Deferred applications will not be accepted from international students.

Transfers: Transfers into the medicine programme are not accepted. The University of Hull Biomedicine Transfer Scheme will no longer be available for 2025 entry.

Further Entry Requirements

Work experience: Hull York advises their students to have a range of work experience in both primary and secondary care settings as well as volunteer work. Clinical work experience is not essential however, it can be beneficial to one’s application.

Personal statement: Personal Statement will not be scored formally however, Hull York Medical School may read an individual’s personal statement and take it into consideration in the selection process.

Admissions Process

Application to Hull York Medical School must be done via the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS). Deadlines for submission are earlier for medical courses, typically mid-October. This application will include all of your academic history as well as your personal statement and other qualifications/achievements.

The first stage of the selection process is ensuring candidates meet the minimum entry requirements as outlined above, candidates who do not will be automatically rejected. Next, interview selection occurs, where candidates are scored based on 4 criteria with different criteria, and the top scoring applicants will be invited to interview. UCAT scores and top GCSE scores are given the most weighting, with maximum scores of 35 each. The UCAT SJT band and contextual data are then given a score out of 15 each. Note that Hull York do not accept SJT band 4.

Admissions Tests:

UCAT ✅
Hull York does not disclose their UCAT statistics, additionally, due to the weighting system of interview selection, minimum UCAT scores are less helpful to guide future candidates, as applicants with low scores will have top academic achievements and vice versa. However, considering the competitive academic requirements of Hull York, it is likely that candidates will need good or very good UCAT scores to be considered for an interview.

Interview Type: MMI

Interview Topics: At Hull York, applicants will rotate between 4 different interviews which are weighted slightly differently. The first station is a group exercise, which is worth the most points (22), where candidates will go through a PBL style case with up to 9 other candidates. Applicants will be observed by a tutor who will score the student based on level of participation and contribution (but not on medical knowledge). Next, candidates will have two mini-interviews worth 17 points each, where they will be asked two questions in each station and scored independently by two interviewers. For the first question in each interview, you will be given 5 minutes preparation time before entering. Finally, candidates will be given a scenario, where they will watch a pre-recorded video and be asked questions about it. This station is also worth 17 points. Overall, Hull York are assessing the following areas throughout your MMI:

Your ability to work collaboratively in a group

Insight into a medical career

Your understanding of the values in the NHS Constitution
Motivation for a medical career
Your awareness and understanding of current medical issues
Your communication skills
Your understanding of and motivation for the Hull York Medical School MB BS course
Your personal qualities such as empathy, tolerance of ambiguity and resilience
Your ability to think critically

Home and EU students will sit the interview in person, and international students will take it online. You can learn more about Hull York’s interviews in our guide.

Admissions Statistics

Total number of applicants:	1830
Total number of places:	239
Total number of entrants:	220
Acceptance rate:	12.02%

Fees

Home students:	£9535 pa
Rest of UK:	£9535 pa
International students:	£49750 pa

Teaching Methods

Teaching style: The majority of the teaching will be through problem based learning. Here, you will get an opportunity to work in small groups to solve hypothetical cases and ‘problems’. Students will also learn through anatomy sessions, clinical placements, clinical skills and communication sessions to boost their learning and understanding. Hull York also allows their students to practise history-taking and examinations on simulated patients which aims to develop consultation skills throughout their time in medical school.

Intercalation mode: Hull York Medical School offers their students a chance to intercalate for a year. This is an optional year out for students to undertake an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a subject different to medicine. Hull York offers a variety of subjects to intercalate in ranging from clinical anatomy, neuroscience to public health and drug development. More information on the subjects offered for intercalation can be found here.

Graduate Prospects

In 2025, 97% of graduates from Hull York Medical School were in employment or further study 15 months after completing the course, with average annual earnings of £37,000. Hull York also received very high scores for satisfaction of the course.

FAQs

How will my application be assessed?

Applicants will be assessed holistically on all areas of their application.

Is work experience essential?

Obtaining clinical work experience is not necessary, however applicants are advised to have a range of experiences to allow them insight into the reality of a career in Medicine. This can be through shadowing, volunteering, or paid work. This may be demonstrated and reflected in their personal statement.

How can I apply?

Students can apply to Hull York Medical School through the UCAS portal with all relevant experience and academic achievements being met.