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Three medical schools were established in the 2020s, although UK government policy limited the number of places funded for UK students: [33] Brunel Medical School at Brunel University London opened in 2021, admitting overseas students only. [34] Three Counties Medical School at the University of Worcester opened in April 2024. [35]
The selection process for UK medical schools remains highly competitive, with approximately 27,000 applicants competing for only around 7,000 available places in 2023. This has led to concerns about accessibility, as many highly qualified students are unable to secure admission despite meeting academic requirements.
Once students pass through the first sift they then get invited to interview in most universities and everyone then is back in an equal playing field. The Interview then determines if students get to the next stage of an offer from the University. The key at medical schools in the UK is to ensure students get as high a UCAT score as possible.
Passing A-Levels is the major requirement for applying for local universities. This exam is very competitive, where students have to study college 1st-year and 2nd-year material and pass it to get college admissions. The tough nature of the examination is due to the government funding all the college students.
Medical schools in England (1 C, 32 P) T. ... Liverpool Medical Students Society; ... Manchester School of Physiotherapy; S. St. Emlyn's
In the UK, the UCAT was one of two main admissions tests used for medical, dental and other health-related courses, the other being the BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT). Following the BMAT's cancellation from 2024 onwards, all ex-BMAT universities have moved to using the UCAT for their undergraduate medical courses, including Oxford and Cambridge.
Medical schools in England. See also Education in England. Subcategories. This category has only the following subcategory. L. Medical schools in London (6 C, 19 P)
Recent reports reveal that the linear examination approach and the toughening educational reforms initiated by Ofqual provoked many schools to "play the system" by requesting test remarking and supplementary aid for students (e.g. special consideration and extra time) in order to uphold high exam grade levels so as to not drop in league tables ...