Cardiff University A100 2022 Entry

I thought cardiff was a safe choice!!! I cant believe that you didn’t get Interviewed. I’m predicted A*AA for A Level but get contextual offers bc of my postcode, and I had 8A* and 3A at GCSE. I’ve had 2900 in all of my mocks for UCAT too. Just hoping it’s enough.

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sneha2002

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Original post by cazfranciss

I thought cardiff was a safe choice!!! I cant believe that you didn’t get Interviewed. I’m predicted A*AA for A Level but get contextual offers bc of my postcode, and I had 8A* and 3A at GCSE. I’ve had 2900 in all of my mocks for UCAT too. Just hoping it’s enough.

I don't really think any med school is a "safe" option for 2022. There's risks with everything. But your UCAT scores seem amazing. Good luck for the real thing - you'll smash it. You have amazing stats and are a competitive applicant! I hope it works out for you.

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I agree to be honest, so many deferred entries it’s twice as competitive. Good luck to you too ! :smile:

My UCAT is in 2 weeks so here’s hoping it goes well for me.

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anastasiaxet

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How strict is cardiff with age requirements. They state I have to be 18 by ~20 September, but I won't turn 18 until the 20th of November

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Original post by anastasiaxet

How strict is cardiff with age requirements. They state I have to be 18 by ~20 September, but I won't turn 18 until the 20th of November

are you an international student ? because if you’re in the UK you would be in the year below us and wouldn’t be applying yet.

They are pretty strict with ages, but so are all other universities. It’s a funding and safeguarding thing.

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anastasiaxet

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Original post by cazfranciss

are you an international student ? because if you’re in the UK you would be in the year below us and wouldn’t be applying yet.

They are pretty strict with ages, but so are all other universities. It’s a funding and safeguarding thing.

no im a uk student, i skipped a year so that's why i'll be 17 going into uni. thanks for the help !

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Original post by anastasiaxet

no im a uk student, i skipped a year so that's why i'll be 17 going into uni. thanks for the help !

Wow that’s really cool ! i’ve never heard of anyone skipping a year before. Maybe contact the University admissions and explain that and ask if you’ll be considered ?

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Original post by anastasiaxet

How strict is cardiff with age requirements. They state I have to be 18 by ~20 September, but I won't turn 18 until the 20th of November

This is a requirement, which means you are required to meet it. They are not going to waive it, any more than if someone has the wrong A levels

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Original post by GANFYD

This is a requirement, which means you are required to meet it. They are not going to waive it, any more than if someone has the wrong A levels

I agree with you. However, OP said they had skipped a year maybe there is some small print somewhere allowing that? I think they should get in touch with Cardiff to check but IMO they’re unlikely to accept a 17 year old - neither is any other universities.

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Original post by cazfranciss

I agree with you. However, OP said they had skipped a year maybe there is some small print somewhere allowing that? I think they should get in touch with Cardiff to check but IMO they’re unlikely to accept a 17 year old - neither is any other universities.

It is about insurance. They are not likely to pay several thousand more in insurance for 1 applicant, they will tell them to aply for deferred entry. I had a son do the same thing, for the same reasons, a few years ago, and nobody is interested in the reasons you are underage

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space_daddy

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Original post by GANFYD

Cardiff do indeed add points from achieved A levels to GCSE points, as per their website

Hi, I'm just wondering how it works if you just have predicted A levels then? So applying as a year 13 the only way to get a score is using your GCSE's? Eg. I got 2 9's, 4 8's and 4 7's so would have a score of 26. Would it actually be easier to apply to Cardiff after getting your A level results as you could then get max 27?

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Original post by space_daddy

Hi, I'm just wondering how it works if you just have predicted A levels then? So applying as a year 13 the only way to get a score is using your GCSE's? Eg. I got 2 9's, 4 8's and 4 7's so would have a score of 26. Would it actually be easier to apply to Cardiff after getting your A level results as you could then get max 27?

You only get given marks for results that are achieved, so if you are Yr 13, that is GCSEs.
You would have a score of 24 (6x3 + 3x2).
You will get points added for any achieved A levels, so in your case, AAA would give you 27. People will obviously score more with their A level grades added to their GCSE score

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zigs71

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Hi, I've short-listed Cardiff as one of my choices but wondered if anyone know what the post-interview selection criteria consists of. I've emailed the admissions team, looked on TSR and the university website, but can't see it. Thanks, any information would be much appreciated.

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MPoppins

Original post by ENR123

Hi everyone hope you're well just introducing myself as a current third year medical student going into 4th year after summer! Will be watching this thread more carefully and happy to answer as many questions as possible!

Hi,
My UCAT score is 2670, SJT band 3, GCSE = 88888888777 , A level prediction A*A*A.
Would the above get me an interview at Cardiff ?
Thanks

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Original post by MPoppins

Hi,
My UCAT score is 2670, SJT band 3, GCSE = 88888888777 , A level prediction A*A*A.
Would the above get me an interview at Cardiff ?
Thanks

It wouldn't have done for at least the last 3 years, unless you are a contextual applicant

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MPoppins

Original post by GANFYD

It wouldn't have done for at least the last 3 years, unless you are a contextual applicant

Thanks for your response. Which Universities should I apply to please ?

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hallam1

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Original post by GANFYD

It wouldn't have done for at least the last 3 years, unless you are a contextual applicant

@GANFYD….where did you find the UCAT cut off for Cardiff please? Do you know what it was last year please? I have 2760 band 2, full marks for GCSEs on scoring, tailoring PS to their requirements …

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