International requirements
Applications have now closed
Applications for 2020 entry for this programme have now closed. For enquiries about undergraduate admissions for this course, please email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
International students who are applying for an undergraduate Medicine programme at St Andrews will need to satisfy the academic requirements for their country listed below to be considered for interview.
They will also need to satisfy the language requirements.
Find out more about how students are selected.
You can also find more information on graduate and undergraduate entry.
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Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an overall score of 85% including:
- 8.5 in Chemistry
- 8.5 in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered. Where Mathematics is a required subject, then this must be the '5 period' option. For all required subjects, written examinations are required; oral examination is not acceptable.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) the following grades:
- Standard entry grades: 38 points (HL 6,6,6 plus SL 6,6,6)
These grades must include HL in Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics. If not passed at HL, applicants must have SL in Biology, Mathematics and English.
Either Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches or Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation are accepted as meeting the Mathematics requirement. Standard Level Mathematics Studies is not acceptable. Mathematics at GCSE grade B or better might be considered in lieu of Standard Level.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Applicants who are overseas for fee purposes who have not had the opportunity to study the correct subjects in order to meet the International Baccalaureate entry requirements for the A100 Medicine degree may be eligible to apply for a place on the International Foundation for Medicine at St Andrews.
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Australian Capital Territory, New South Wales, Northern Territory, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria and Western Australia
Applicants from the above territories must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an ATAR score of 96 minimum including the successful completion of the Year 12 Certificate with prerequisites of Chemistry plus one other of Biology, Physics or Mathematics taken at Year 12.
Biology, Maths and English must be offered at Year 10 (grade of ‘High Achievement’) if not offered at Year 12. Please contact the medical admissions office if you have any enquiries.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record and should provide a school transcript for Year 10 and Year 11 directly to St Andrews after application.
For more information, email: medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Queensland
Applicants from Queensland must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an Overall Position of 3 or Lower including successful completion of the Queensland Certificate of Education with prerequisites of Chemistry plus one other of Biology, Physics or Mathematics taken at Year 12.
Biology, Maths and English must be offered at either Year 10 (grade B) if not offered at Year 12. Please contact the medical admissions office if you have any enquiries.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record and should provide a school transcript for Year 10 and Year 11 directly to St Andrews after application.
For more information, email: medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Certificate of Secondary Education
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an overall score of 1 (sehr gut) with 1 (sehr gut) in all subjects, including:
- Chemistry
- one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Certificat d’Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (CESS) / Diploma van Secundair Onderwijs/Diplma van de Hogere Secundaire Technische School/Abschlusszeugnis der Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an overall average grade of 85%/8.5 in the senior high school examination, including:
- 90%/9 in Chemistry
- 90%/9 in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
Getuigschrift van Hoger Secundair Onderwijs (GHSO)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an overall grade of 90% to include Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics, or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, GCSE (grade B) or equivalent qualification, would be accepted in lieu of the advanced level study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Diploma za sredno obrazovanie
This qualification is not acceptable on its own for entry to Medicine, but it may be considered if supplemented with three A Levels or a further year of science study, such as a Foundation programme or first year of a Bachelor of Science degree.
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High School Diploma
- An applicant with an average of over 85% in grade 11 will be considered for interview.
- Conditions of offer would include a minimum of 85% overall in the High School Diploma based on the top six grade-12 subjects, to include 90% in Chemistry and 90% in two of Biology, Mathematics or Physics (only one Mathematics course will be considered for the subjects required at 90%).
- For the Ontario High School Diploma, the 85% overall will be based on the top six grade-12 subjects with a mix of 4U classes with no more than two 4M classes.
- Chemistry is required in both grade 11 and grade 12 with 85% minimum in grade 11 and a likely grade of 90% in grade 12.
- If Chemistry has not been studied for the required number of years, a SAT subject test score of 700+ might be considered instead of a second year of Chemistry study.
- Biology, Mathematics and English must be offered to at least grade 11.
SATs (Scholastic Aptitude Tests) and ACT tests
- A decision on your application will not be taken on the basis of SATs or ACT tests alone, but if you have taken them, they will be considered.
- In the SAT I (Verbal, Mathematics and Critical Reading) a minimum of 1410 would be competitive.
- In the SAT subject test, a score of 700+ would be competitive in Biology and Chemistry.
- A combined score of 30+ in the ACT would be comparable with SAT Is.
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Caribbean Advanced Proficiency Examination (CAPE)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a grade 1 average in the CAPE across three subjects; to include
- Chemistry and one of Biology, Maths or Physics.
- Both Units must be offered in all three subjects.
If Biology, Maths and English are not offered in the CAPE, they must be offered in the CSEC (Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate) at a minimum of grade 2.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, as well as meeting the above requirements in the CAPE, applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five CSEC subjects at grade 2, to be taken at one sitting. Those applying having already achieved their CAPE with appropriate subjects and grades may be considered with less than five CSEC subjects at grade 2.
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Svjedodžba o Maturi (Matura Certificate)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall grade of 5, including:
- grade 5 in Chemistry at higher (A) level
- grade 5 in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics at higher (A) level.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Apolytirion of Lykeion
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve):
19 in the Apolytirion programme and AA or above at GCE A-Level
A-Level subjects at grade A to include Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Maturitni Zkouška / Maturita
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall average grade of 1, with at least 4 Maturita exams, including:
- grade 1 in Chemistry
- grade 1 in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Studentereksamen / Højere Forberedelseseksamen (Senior High School Examination)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall average grade 11 or above including:
- grade 12 in Chemistry
- grade 12 in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics
- grade 12 in a third and fourth subject.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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The Gümnaasiumi Lõputunnistus/Riigieksamid
This qualification is not acceptable on its own for entry to Medicine, but it may be considered if supplemented with three A Levels or a further year of science study, such as a Foundation programme or first year of a Bachelor of Science degree.
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Ylioppilastutkintotodistus / Studentexamensbetyg
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall score of 7, including:
- 7 in Chemistry
- 7 in two of Biology, Mathematics or Physics
- 7 in one other subject.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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French (science) Baccalaureate
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall score of 17 in the science Baccalaureate, including:
- 17 in Chemistry/Physics
- 17 in either Mathematics or Biology.
French (International Option) Baccalaureate
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall score of 16 in the International Option Baccalaureate, including:
- 16 in Chemistry/Physics
- 16 in either Mathematics or Biology.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochshulreife (Abitur)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum final score of 1.1 or better, including:
- 14 in Chemistry (Advanced/intense level)
- 14 in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics (Advanced/intense level).
The required science subjects must be taken in the Abitur examinations, not just as part of the study during the Abitur.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Apolytirion of Lykeion
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve):
19 in the Apolytirion programme and AA or above at GCE A-Level
A-Level subjects at grade A to include Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
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Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum of Level 5 in three Category A subjects. This should include at least two Category A Elective subjects, including Chemistry and one of Mathematics, Biology or Physics.
- Mathematics is considered as an Elective when Core Mathematics and Extended Mathematics (M1 or M2) are taken together, and both should be at Level 5.
- If Biology is not taken in the HKDSE, it must be offered at the equivalent level to IGCSE. Performance in form 5 should be equivalent to A grade at IGCSE.
- Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. The School of Medicine would expect applicants to have performed well in Forms 4 and 5 and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the HKDSE.
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Erettsegi vizsga (Matura)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an average grade of 5 in five subjects in Grade 12 and three advanced maturity examinations at 80% or above, including Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Higher Secondary School Certificates awarded on completion of standard XII 90% overall with 90% in four out of five subjects to include Chemistry and two of Biology, Physics, Maths. If Maths and Biology are not offered at class 12, then Biology and Maths should be taken in class 10.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
Indian legislation requires that Indian students studying medicine in India and abroad must pass the National Eligibility Cum Entrance Test (NEET) prior to studying medicine.
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Irish Leaving Certificate
Applicants must exceed (or be predicted to exceed) 595 points, including H1 in Chemistry, English, Mathematics and Biology. Mathematics at Ordinary Level would be considered if Physics were offered at H1.
These points will be calculated using the six highest graded subjects and also include the 25 bonus points for HL Mathematics.
If appropriate subjects were not sat at the first sitting of the Leaving Certificate, applicants may be considered if the missing subjects are sat the following year.
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Diploma di Esami de Stato (opzione Scientifica)
In the liceo classico or liceo scientifico, applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall score of 95% on final diploma, with subjects including Chemistry, Biology (or Natural Sciences), and Mathematics.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Atestats par visparejo videjo izglitibu
This qualification is not accepted, but strong applicants may be considered if study is supplemented with A Levels or a further year of science study, such as a Foundation programme or first year of a Bachelor of Science degree.
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Brandos Atestatas
This qualification is not accepted, but strong applicants may be considered if study is supplemented with A Levels or a further year of science study, such as a Foundation programme or first year of a Bachelor of Science degree.
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Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) 52 points overall with 52 points in the following subjects:
- Chemistry
- one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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STPM Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (Malaysia Higher School Certificate)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) AAA at the first sitting, including Chemistry and one other of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the STPM, each must normally have been passed at GCSE (or equivalent in SPM/ Certificate of Education or UEC) grade B or better or 4/B6 or better in SPM/ Certificate of Education or UEC respectively. Only one of Mathematics or Further Mathematics will be considered for the three subjects required at STPM.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Advanced Level Matriculation (AM)
Applicants much have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) AA at Advanced Level, including Chemistry and one other of Biology, Mathematics or Physics plus AABB or above at Intermediate Level.
If Biology, Mathematics and English are not offered at Advanced Level, they must be offered at Intermediate Level (grade B) or GCSE (grade B or numerical grade 5).
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed.
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Diploma Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an average minimum overall score of 8.5, including:
- 9 in Chemistry
- 9 in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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University Entrance Certificates with National Certificates in Educational Achievement (UEC with NCEA)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an overall average grade of:
- M (merit) with E (excellent) in Chemistry
- E (excellent) in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics
- E (excellent) in one other subject.
Biology, Mathematics and English must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
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Vitnemål – videregaende opplaering (Upper Secondary Leaving Certificate)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum of in 5 overall with:
- 6 in Chemistry
- 6 in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics
- 6 in one other subject.
The three years of upper secondary school will be assessed to generate the overall grade. The grades required for the pre-requisite subjects (Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics) will be based on the two final years.
If not offered in the Vitnemål, then Biology and Maths must be offered in the Vitnemål fra Grunnskolen, at a minimum of grade 5. General science will not be accepted in place of a single subject in Biology. Natural sciences will be accepted instead of Biology.
Applicants are normally expected to complete all their studies in the three years of their upper secondary school.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record, and the School will assess all three years of upper secondary school when deciding on whom to call for interview.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
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Swiadectwo Dojrzatości / Matura
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall average of 90%, including:
- 90% in Chemistry at Advanced Level
- 90% in one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics at Advanced Level
- 90% in a third Advanced Level subject.
If Biology or Mathematics are not offered at Advanced Level, they must be offered at Basic Level with a score of 90%.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Diploma Nível Secundário de Educação / Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) 18 overall with 19 in three subjects to include:
- 19 in Chemistry
- 19 in one of Mathematics, Biology or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Diploma de Bacalaureat
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall grade of 9.5 with 9.5 in all three written subjects, including Chemistry and one of Mathematics, Biology or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Singapore Integrated Programme Cambridge A-Levels (SIPCAL)
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) AAA at the first sitting at H2 level, including Chemistry and one other of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
If Biology and Mathematics are not offered at H2 level, each must normally have been passed at GCSE (or equivalent in O-Level) grade B or better or B4 or better.
Only one of Mathematics or Further Mathematics will be considered for the three subjects required at H2 level.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. The School of Medicine expects SIPCAL applicants to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent at O-Level) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve AAA in the appropriate subjects at H2 level.
The School welcomes applications from students who have taken the Singapore Integrated Programme. The entry requirements for these applicants will be either the SIPCAL requirements above or the International Baccalaureate requirements (see International Baccalaureate requirements section).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Maturitetno Spricevalo
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) an overall score of 30 points or above in five subjects, including a score of 5 in Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Titulo de Bachillerato / Curso de Orientacion Universitaria
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall grade of 9 including Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics, and 12 out of 14 in the PAU university entrance examination.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Senior Certificate (with matriculation endorsement)
This qualification is not accepted for entry to Medicine. Strong applicants may be considered if study is supplemented with A Levels or a further year of science study, such as a Foundation programme or first year of a Bachelor of Science degree.
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Avgangsbetyg / Slutbetyg fran Gymnaieskolan / Högskoleförberedande
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall of grade A, including:
- A in Chemistry
- A in two of Biology, Mathematics, or Physics.
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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Maturitaszeugnis / Certificate of Maturity
Applicants must have achieved (or be predicted to achieve) a minimum overall average 6, including:
- 6 in Chemistry at Schwerpunktfach (SF)
- 6 in one of Biology, Mathematics, or Physics at Schwerpunktfach (SF).
Biology and Mathematics must be offered at least to the level of GCSE (grade B) or equivalent. If Biology and Mathematics are not offered in the High School leaving qualification, they must be offered at GCSE (grade B) or at an equivalent level in another qualification/school study.
Applicants will also need to satisfy the English language requirements.
To be considered for interview, applicants must have a strong academic record. Applicants are expected to offer a minimum of five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent) to be taken at one sitting and to be predicted to achieve at least the minimum grades required in the relevant school leaving qualification. In addition, the hours of science studied in the final two years of a school leaving qualification will be assessed. Those applying having already achieved their school leaving qualification with appropriate subjects and grades, may be considered with less than five A grades at GCSE (or equivalent).
For more information, email medical.admissions@st-andrews.ac.uk.
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If you are studying the US high school curriculum, you will need to meet the entry requirements below.
Requirements
- USA High School Diploma with college prep-level classes, including honours classes or equivalent with a GPA of at least 3.5 on 4.0 scale (a minimum profile of A- or higher).
- Minimum test scores of at least three APs at 5, to be taken at one sitting, to include Chemistry and one of Biology, Mathematics or Physics.
- Chemistry required in both grade 11 and grade 12 to college prep level.
- Biology, Mathematics and English must be offered in grade 11 or grade 12.
Guidance
- SAT subject tests of 700+ might be taken into consideration if a particular subject is not offered at AP.
- SAT (Writing, Mathematics and Critical Reading – minimum of 1410) and ACT (combined score of 30+) are not required, but a strong performance will make an application more competitive.
- A decision to make an offer of a medical place will be based on all aspects of an application including attained grades for grade 11 and the grades you are predicted to obtain in grade 12 and in the APs, as well as your UCAT score, personal statement and interview.