Medicine
University of Liverpool
UCAS Code: A100 | Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MB ChB
University of Liverpool
UCAS Code: A100 | Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery - MB ChB
Entry requirements
A level
AAA to include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics and a third academic subject. Alternatively A*AB also accepted but the A* A grades must include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Maths; and a B grade required in the third academic subject For applicants studying A levels with English exam boards: Where a science has been taken at A level (Chemistry, Biology, Geology or Physics), a pass in the Science practical of each subject will be required. A levels in three subjects taken at one sitting, usually after 2 years of study: at a minimum of AAA Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics and a third academic subject. Alternative offer conditions may apply. Please note that individuals applying to our Medicine programmes must consult our full guidelines. Applicants must complete the UCAT by the appropriate closing date for year of entry.
Specified Access to Medicine courses acceptable (see our Admissions page for more information).
GCSE/National 4/National 5
9 GCSEs attained by the end of Year 11 which must include English Language, Mathematic, Biology and Chemistry (or Core & Additional Science, combined or triple science) at minimum grade B/6. A minimum score of 15 points from the best 9 GCSEs or equivalents (where A*/A/7/8/9 = 2 points; B/6 = 1 points). BTEC (Non-Science) Level 2 and OCR awards (Distinction*/Distinction = 2 points) BTEC (Non-Science) Level 2 and OCR awards (Merit = 1 point). Two points is the maximum score awarded in each subject area (e.g. only one of Maths and Further Maths). No more than two Level 2 BTEC qualifications or OCR awards will be considered as part of the 9 GCSEs/equivalents. These cannot be used as replacements for English Language, Maths and Science subjects. I.e. a minimum of 7 full GCSEs required
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
36 points overall (at first sitting): 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)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Six Higher Level subjects must be offered at a single sitting. Grades of H1 in two subjects to include Chemistry and either Biology, Maths or Physics. Grades of H2 in four further academic subjects. Subjects offered must include English Language, Biology, Maths or Physics if these subjects are not offered at GCSE equivalent (at a minimum of grade B/6).
Not acceptable in lieu of A levels
Scottish Higher
Minimum of SCQF level National 5 (Intermediate 2) in Biology, Chemistry, Physics, English Language, Mathematics, and at least two others attained by the end of S4. Highers (SCQF level 6) in five subjects taken at one sitting after 1 year of study: comprising Chemistry and one of either Biology, Physics and Maths; minimum of AAAAB. Advanced Highers (SCQF level 7) in Chemistry and one of either Biology, Physics and Maths at grades AA.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A in the Welsh Baccalaureate, plus AA at A level include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics
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About this course
Our curriculum is built around five key suprathemes:
Science and Scholarship: includes Science of Medicine, Research & Scholarship, Design and Technology, Personalised Medicine and Genetics.
Core Skills: includes Clinical Examination and procedural skills; Communication for Clinical Practice (CCP); Therapeutics and Prescribing.
The Good Doctor: includes Psychology and Sociology as Applied to Medicine; The Clinical Team; Professionalism, ethics and legal context; Public, Preventative and Global Health.
Patient in the Community Setting: includes Patient Care Pathways; Disability and Community Care; General Practice.
Patient in Secondary Care: includes Acutely Ill Patient; Preparation for Practice.
The curriculum follows a spiral model, where concepts are introduced and revisited at increasing levels of complexity across the five-year programme:
Year 1: Core clinical science—structure and function of the body in ‘normal’ conditions.
Year 2: Pathology and disease—‘abnormality and illness’ and environmental interactions.
Year 3: Core clinical practice.
Year 4: Specialist and challenging clinical practice.
Year 5: Emergency and acute medicine.
In Years 1 and 2, students follow a structured lecture schedule with hands-on workshops, seminars, and practical skills training on campus. All teaching in Year 1 takes place on the University of Liverpool campus. From Years 2 to 5, students rotate through clinical placements in NHS Trusts, GP practices, hospices, and specialist services, gaining real-world experience. Secondary care providers include: Alder Hey Children’s Hospital, Aintree Hospital, Arrowe Park Hospital, Blackpool Hospital, Countess of Chester Hospital, Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, Liverpool Women’s Hospital, Royal Liverpool Hospital, Southport & Ormskirk Hospital, Warrington Hospital, Whiston Hospital, The Walton Centre.
At the University of Liverpool, we not only prepare you to be a doctor—we prepare you to lead in healthcare. Our curriculum integrates the latest research, technology, and ethical considerations to ensure you're ready for modern medical challenges.
Key Programme Highlights:
5-Year Comprehensive Curriculum: From foundational clinical science to advanced medical practice.
Spiral Learning Approach: Building expertise through progressive learning.
Hands-on Clinical Placements: Diverse healthcare settings from Year 2 onward.
GMC Accreditation: Meeting the highest professional standards.
Global Opportunities: Year in China option – for details, please see further information under qualifications.
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