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Medicine 2015 Entry Thread!

2018

Hi

GCSE 6A* 3A's
As Levels AAAB (B in history 1 mark off an A)
Predicted A*AA. A*A*A and an A* in my epq
UKCAT 587.5 (Really Bad)
BMAT- Yet to do
Work experiance:
Radiography, Gp surgery, work in hospice, SJA for 5 years and loads more

I wanted to apply to Kings, St georges, keele and Ucl

But my UKcat is really bad, how likely is it that i will get any offer from any of these places?

Also im looking to apply to kings extended medicine course does anyone know more about this?

Have a look at Bristol. St George's should be fine if you've got above 500 in each sub test. I'd advise taking the BMAT as well and applying to some BMAT unis

Reply 3981

JennaK

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Original post by ae134258

Kings didn't actually give me any feedback post interview, but they were drilling me with some really academic stuff based on my personal statement and in the atmosphere I crumbled a little and ended up waffling some bs. At Exeter I didn't demonstrate appropriate teamwork skills, cos I tried to incorporate leadership into my answer to score extra brownie points and ended up not coming across as a team player

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Woah, academic stuff? Like what..? :eek:

Reply 3982

ae134258

Original post by JennaK

Woah, academic stuff? Like what..? :eek:

They brought up stuff from my personal statement. What diseases I saw, what they did in the body, which systems they affected etc. it was pretty brutal haha, completely not what I expected

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Reply 3983

tealover96

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Hey guys, query about liverpool
On the guidelines bit it says 'Applications from candidates resitting advance level examinations may be considered if the applicant otherwise meets the GSCE criteria (as above). Applicants must acknowledge and reflect on their need to resit in the personal statement.'
So does that include As exams? :s-smilie:

Reply 3984

Nerd44

2

GCSE: 10a* and 1a
as: AAAb in chem,bio,maths,german
predictions: a*a*a
ukcat:680 average

where should I apply?

Reply 3985

RR97

9

Original post by ae134258

GCSE: 9A*'s and 2A's
AS: 4 As-UMS average=96.4%
UKCAT: VR=640, QR=840, AR=890, DA=840
BMAT: 5.4, 6.7, 4A
Applied to Cambridge, Imperial, King's and Exeter. Offers from Cambridge (A*AA including chemistry) and Imperial (AAAC)
A2: A*A*A*A*
If any one has any questions about any of the application process please feel free to ask :smile:

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Wow, congratulations! I only have one main question really; how did you prepare for the BMAT - books/courses/time etc. Thanks in advance :smile:

Reply 3986

2018

4

Original post by Nerd44

GCSE: 10a* and 1a
as: AAAb in chem,bio,maths,german
predictions: a*a*a
ukcat:680 average

where should I apply?

Look at Lancaster-you have really good GCSE's. I'd also suggest Leicester, Sheffield, Hull-York. I think you'd preform well at the BMAT as well so have a look into that- this will also allow you to apply to Leeds and BSMS

Reply 3987

JennaK

3

Original post by ae134258

They brought up stuff from my personal statement. What diseases I saw, what they did in the body, which systems they affected etc. it was pretty brutal haha, completely not what I expected

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Wow, that is BRUTAL. Gotta remember key info about my work experience. Didn't even think that would come up since it's already kinda in the PS. I think the MMI interviews are much fairer as that's kinda random...

Reply 3988

Purple_1234

GCSEs- 12A*s 1A
AS Levels- AAAA Average UMS- 96%
UKCAT- 652

Where should I apply?

Reply 3989

Nerd44

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Original post by 2018

Look at Lancaster-you have really good GCSE's. I'd also suggest Leicester, Sheffield, Hull-York. I think you'd preform well at the BMAT as well so have a look into that- this will also allow you to apply to Leeds and BSMS

lancaster is pbl and i want to avoid pbl, just a quick question why is lancaster not on any of the rankings?

Reply 3990

oxkittyxo

Original post by theboom

does applying to a extended medicine course ie its 6 years instead of 5 make you at a disadvantage in the future when applying to jobs and F1 posts?

With specific reference the the King's EMDP course, no, you end up with exactly the same degree. The only difference is that the first year of the 5 year course is split over 2 years (so you study for an extra year) and there is far greater guidance and support; this was my insurance choice!

Reply 3991

2018

4

Original post by Purple_1234

GCSEs- 12A*s 1A
AS Levels- AAAA Average UMS- 96%
UKCAT- 652

Where should I apply?

Sit the BMAT! You stand a good chance at Oxbridge, imperial, UCL, also look at QUB, St George's and Leeds -great academics!

Reply 3992

dandav33

Please could someone tell me if these are good universities to apply to in my situation?

Gcses: 3A*s 8As and a B
AS: AABB in chem bio maths and geography but dropping geog
Ukcat: 2430
A2 I am predicted AAA
Relevant work experience

I am definitely applying to keele but what would be better bristol or liverpool?
Also realistically do I stand a chance?

Thanks

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Reply 3993

TheUnicorn62

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GCSE: 6A* 6A
AS:AAAA (Bio Chem Maths Psych)
A2 Predicted: A*A*A (Chem Psych Bio)
UKCAT: 650 Avg Band 1
Non Academic: 1 week work placement at GP surgery, 1 week in Hospital Ward, One day medical course, Bronze D of E, Football and Cricket teams.
Volunteering: Helping Elderly, Children Disability Centre and helping at a Primary School
Any Uni recommendations?

Reply 3994

ellipsis...

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Original post by TheUnicorn62

GCSE: 6A* 6A
AS:AAAA (Bio Chem Maths Psych)
A2 Predicted: A*A*A (Chem Psych Bio)
UKCAT: 650 Avg Band 1
Non Academic: 1 week work placement at GP surgery, 1 week in Hospital Ward, One day medical course, Bronze D of E, Football and Cricket teams.
Volunteering: Helping Elderly, Children Disability Centre and helping at a Primary School
Any Uni recommendations?

I'm also interested in the recommendations as I have almost identical stats to you- I'm applying to Leeds, Leicester, and not decided on others yet

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Reply 3995

Femoski

2

GCSE: 3A* 5A 2B
AS level: AAAC
Predicted: A*A*A
Haven't done UKCAT yet but what sort of score should I be aiming for! Any response is welcomed :yep:

Reply 3996

boods8897

18

Original post by TheUnicorn62

GCSE: 6A* 6A
AS:AAAA (Bio Chem Maths Psych)
A2 Predicted: A*A*A (Chem Psych Bio)
UKCAT: 650 Avg Band 1
Non Academic: 1 week work placement at GP surgery, 1 week in Hospital Ward, One day medical course, Bronze D of E, Football and Cricket teams.
Volunteering: Helping Elderly, Children Disability Centre and helping at a Primary School
Any Uni recommendations?

Liverpool really like the hospital / GP work experience from what I've heard, and both Liverpool and Leicester want evidence of some sort of caring volunteering, so based on work experience they might be worth looking in to.

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ellipsis...

9

Could anyone give me recommendations for my 5th choice. Would it be stupid to apply to Cambridge natural sciences? Also, what courses are ther (biomedical sciences sort of thing) with high entry requirements, ie AAA but preferably more? Most good unis seem to be AAB

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Reply 3998

rainai9

which medicine courses are largely lecture based? with tutorials, seminars etc?

Reply 3999

TheUnicorn62

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Original post by ellipsis...

I'm also interested in the recommendations as I have almost identical stats to you- I'm applying to Leeds, Leicester, and not decided on others yet

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Yeah I was considering Leeds but feel BMAT Unis are risky, Leicester is an option, maybe Barts?

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