Medicine with poor GCSE and A-Level

Hi all,
I'm in my 30s and have decided that after 12 years, I want to finally apply to GEM/ undergrad med in the UK. I didn't achieve great GCSEs or Alevels. I obtained a D in english language and sat applied sciences, not triple. I also got DDE in alevel but obtained a first class hons at uni in exercise science and then worked for several years as a physio assistant in the NHS before studying for the MSc in physio pre reg, where I obtained a distinction. Since then, I've worked as a specialist physiotherapist in both the UK and Australia. I was a late bloomer academically for sure.
Has anyone had experience where they've had really poor gcse / alevel grades and still got into GEM or even undergrad medicine with a background as a HCP? I don't really want to have to resit these exams as a mature student, I'd rather focus my attention on UKCAT and gamsat.
I know the university websites basically have an entry requirement section, but given my further degrees and experience in healthcare, I feel this could at least back up my application otherwise I'm limited to only 1-2 universities in the UK who don't consider A-levels / gcse in their prerequisite.
Thanks.

Hi all,
I'm in my 30s and have decided that after 12 years, I want to finally apply to GEM/ undergrad med in the UK. I didn't achieve great GCSEs or Alevels. I obtained a D in english language and sat applied sciences, not triple. I also got DDE in alevel but obtained a first class hons at uni in exercise science and then worked for several years as a physio assistant in the NHS before studying for the MSc in physio pre reg, where I obtained a distinction. Since then, I've worked as a specialist physiotherapist in both the UK and Australia. I was a late bloomer academically for sure.
Has anyone had experience where they've had really poor gcse / alevel grades and still got into GEM or even undergrad medicine with a background as a HCP? I don't really want to have to resit these exams as a mature student, I'd rather focus my attention on UKCAT and gamsat.
I know the university websites basically have an entry requirement section, but given my further degrees and experience in healthcare, I feel this could at least back up my application otherwise I'm limited to only 1-2 universities in the UK who don't consider A-levels / gcse in their prerequisite.
Thanks.

A minimum requirement is a minimum requirement, and if you don't meet it, you will be rejected. But there are quite a few GEM courses that do would be happy with your grades as they stand or just adding a 6 in Eng Lang and maths at GCSE.
Chester, Carlisle, Kings, Liverpool, Newcastle, nottingham, Barts (if your degree has enough science), SGUL. Swansea, Surrey, Warwick , Worcester, Ulster currently but they are reviewing it, possibly Soton, depended on your actual GCSEs.
So plenty of options but a few will require a resit of Eng Lang/maths GCSE

Hey, I was also going to suggest you look into applying for the HCP-Med programme with Edinburgh. I'm not sure where you're based but if you are based or have any opportunities up that way go for it! Considering you have a healthcare-based degree you would not be required to fulfil the 'grade C in GCE A Level Chemistry' requirement.
"HCP-Med for Healthcare Professionals is an innovative 5-year medical degree specifically designed for experienced healthcare professionals, clinical scientists and veterinary surgeons living and working in Scotland.
For the first three years, you will study part-time and online, while continuing part-time in your current employment. You will also have clinical attachments (general practice and hospital) and three, compulsory, residential weeks in Edinburgh each year.
For years 4 and 5, you will join the main undergraduate MBChB programme full-time and be based in Edinburgh.
While emphasising teaching in general practice, HCP-Med for Healthcare Professionals will allow you to follow a career in any medical speciality."
Here's a link to their page for your reference: MBChB HCP-Med for Healthcare Professionals | The University of Edinburgh
Hope this helps

Thank you. I remember when this course first started it sounded great. I wouldn't able too as I'm down South and wouldn't make my family move for me. It's a shame. I'm hoping they at least release something similar in the South of England. I'm currently looking at access to medicine courses / apprenticeship route.