Liverpool
Liverpool Medical School was established in 1834 and has since become a leading research institute.
The medical school is based in Liverpool City Centre. The city is a vibrant hub of culture in the North West of England, with easy access to other large cities, such as Manchester. Liverpool is currently ranked 14th in the UK for medicine by the Guardian 2026 and 26th by the Complete University Guide 2026.
About The Course
Like the majority of other UK medical schools, Liverpool teaches medicine via a mixture of lectures, case-based learning sessions, and clinical placements.
Students can expect to be placed at hospitals all across Merseyside, both In Liverpool and the Wirral. Students also have the advantage of possibly being placed at Alder Hey Children’s Hospital and Liverpool Women’s Hospital, two leading centres in the country.
Liverpool’s MBChB degree is delivered through a spiral model that is revisited with increasing complexity throughout the course. Students will become lifelong learners who continuously commit to their professional development.
The A100 course is split into 5 sections, one for each year of study.
Structure Of The Course
Year 1
Core Clinical Science
Biological science will be taught via lectures (both online and in-person) and seminars, anatomy classes, and case-based learning sessions. There is also a research module in which students will have their own projects. Assessment will consist of formative exams at the end of each study block.
Year 2
Pathology and Disease
In year 2 students will primarily study illness via case-based learning and critical analysis sessions, separated into seven four-week blocks. Students will also have a four-week clinical placement to introduce the healthcare environment.
Year 3
Becoming a Practitioner
Students will spend the majority of their time on clinical placement in year 3, exploring specialities such as cardiology, infectious disease, surgery, general practice and paediatrics. Alongside placement, students will have CBL tutorials, safe prescribing sessions and clinical skills.
Year 4
Broadening Expertise
Clinical placements continue throughout year 4, allowing students to explore wider specialities such as psychiatry, end-of-life care, obstetrics and gynaecology, and geriatrics.
There are multiple assessments that need to be successfully completed before year 5, including an Assessment for Progression (AFP), Applied Knowledge Test (AKT), and satisfactory completion of the clinical E-portfolio. After the assessment period, students will undertake an elective placement of their choice.
Year 5
Preparing for Practice
Placements in year 5 are longer in duration and aim to prepare students for life as junior doctors.
Academic Requirements
GCSEs: Applicants must have 9 GCSEs including a minimum of grade 6 (B) in English Language, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry and Physics (or combined and triple science). Liverpool uses a points system for the best 9 GCSEs and applicants must score a minimum of 15 points to be eligible to apply. The rules for the point system are as follows:
A*/A/7/8/9 = 2 points
B/6 = 1 point.
A-levels: AAA. To include Chemistry and either Biology, Physics or Mathematics. A*AB may also be accepted; however, the A*A grades must be in Chemistry and the other science listed above.
Scottish Higher: AAAAB. Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Maths.
Scottish Advanced Higher: AA. Advanced Highers (SCQF level 7) in Chemistry and one of either Biology, Physics and Maths at grades AA.
International Baccalaureate: 36 points Higher level (HL) a minimum of 6,6,6 to include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics and a third academic subject. 5,5,5 at standard level (subjects not offered at HL)
Alternatively, 36 points overall (at first sitting): Higher level (HL) a minimum of 7,6,5 but the 7 and 6 grades must include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics in any order and 5 in a third academic subject. 5,5,5 at standard level (subjects not offered at HL).
IELTs (International applicants only): 7.0 overall, with no component below 7.0.
Bachelor's Degree (Graduates only): Graduates can apply to the A100 and the A101 (graduate-entry) courses.
Mitigating Circumstances
Resits policy: A-level resits are usually considered if a minimum of ABB was achieved in the first sitting. There is a separate form that needs to be filled out by applicants sitting their A Levels that can be found on the website listed at the bottom of the page. Offers made to applicants who are resitting will usually require grades higher than the standard offer of AAA.
Extenuating circumstances: Liverpool Medical School will consider mitigating circumstances and offer reduced entry requirements if they feel that the students qualifies. If a student meets the mitigating circumstances criteria, they need 12 points in the GCSE scoring system with a minimum of grade 6 in English Language and Mathematics. UCAT and interview performance flexibility vary annually. There are approximately 50 places for contextual applicants.
Deferred entry: Deferral requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis but are only possible for home applicants applying to the A100 course.
Transfers: Liverpool does not routinely allow transfers for the medicine course, however, each application will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Further Entry Requirements
Work experience: There are no specific requirements relating to what work experience applicants must possess, however, Liverpool Medical Schools expect applicants to have experience that displays the necessary attributes to be a good doctor. This may include customer-facing employment or voluntary work.
Personal statement: Personal statements are not routinely assessed however may be used when making decisions regarding offers. The personal statements should include evidence of caring for the community, awareness and insight into healthcare careers, good written communication and evidence of understanding of the values that doctors must possess.
Admissions Process
Unlike most other medical schools, Liverpool start their selection process by looking at admission test results and then moving onto academic achievement.
Non-graduate applicants will apply using the UCAT, where both the overall score and the Situational Judgement Test will be considered. In contrast, graduate applicants will need to sit the GAMSAT and must meet minimum requirements; minimum overall score of 50, with no less than 50 in each subtest in order to be considered. Applicants are then ranked based on their admission test score, and the most competitive candidates will then be considered based on whether they meet or exceed the minimum academic criteria as outlined above. Top applicants will then be invited for an interview, and this process is repeated until all interview slots are allocated.
Admissions Tests:
UCAT ✅
In 2024, the lowest UCAT score required for an interview was 2170, while the average was 2758. As the 2026 cohort is the first year to sit the UCAT without the Abstract Reasoning component, comparable scores would be 1517 and 2105 respectively. The SJT component is considered, but unlike other medical schools, Liverpool does not automatically reject band 4. However, as both UCAT scores and academic performance are used when determining who is selected for an interview, a score above the minimum does not guarantee you a place as you would need very strong academic grades. Note that graduate applicants will need to sit the GAMSAT instead of the UCAT.
Interview Type: MMI
Interview Topics: Liverpools Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) will take place in person for home applicants and online for international applicants from January to February. They do not provide specific details regarding interview format or topics, however candidates are assessed based on the values outlined in the GMC’s Selecting for Excellence Report.
Admissions Statistics
| Total number of applicants: | 4470 |
| Total number of places: | 332 |
| Total number of entrants: | 332 |
| Acceptance rate: | 7.43% |
Fees
| Home students: | £9790 pa |
| Rest of UK: | TBC |
| International students: | £50000 pa |
Teaching Methods
Teaching style: Teaching is delivered by lectures, practical and small group sessions and clinical skills sessions (where students will learn how to examine the components of the systems studied, as well as take part in simulation exercises).
Intercalation mode: As you have been studying medicine at an advanced level for at least three years, if you opt for an undergraduate course for your intercalation year, you are qualified to dive straight into the final year of your chosen programme.
Graduate Prospects
In 2025, 97% of graduates from Liverpool Medical school were in full time employment or further study 15 months after graduation, with average annual earnings of £37,000. Student satisfaction scores were overall positive, with 96% feeling the course developed the knowledge and skills needed for their future.
FAQs
What UCAT score is needed to be accepted into Liverpool Medical School?
In 2024, the lowest UCAT score required for an interview was 2170, while the average was 2758. As the 2026 cohort is the first year to sit the UCAT without the Abstract Reasoning component, comparable scores would be 1517 and 2105 respectively. The SJT component is considered, but unlike other medical schools, Liverpool does not automatically reject band 4.
Is the University of Liverpool prestigious?
The University of Liverpool is a Russel Group University and is associated with 9 Nobel prize winners.
What is special about Liverpool Medical School?
Liverpool’s spiral model for teaching medicine is unique to them. They are also known for placing a large emphasis on the well-being of their medical students.
Does Liverpool use an integrated course structure?
Liverpool uses a ‘spiral model’ for teaching medicine. This includes aspects of both a traditional and integrated style of learning.
School Details
School Details
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