UCAT Score 2800, SJT Band 3. Is there a chance for me at a uni like UCL?

Hi,
Basically not sure whether I should apply to UCL for medicine. I know I have a decent chance at QMUL however UCL would be my first choice so I wanna know if thats out the window for me.

Reply 1

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Reply 2

mmt_1017

Original post by hik11

Hi,
Basically not sure whether I should apply to UCL for medicine. I know I have a decent chance at QMUL however UCL would be my first choice so I wanna know if thats out the window for me.

Hey I’m in a similar situation - scored 2960, B3. Just wondering if you had any replies from anyone in another thread? (to save me hunting for it)

Reply 3

hik11

Original post by mmt_1017

Hey I’m in a similar situation - scored 2960, B3. Just wondering if you had any replies from anyone in another thread? (to save me hunting for it)

nah not yet lol. congrats on ur score btw thats crazy. I was aiming for 2900 myself i just fumbled VR and DM a bit which stopped me

Reply 4

mmt_1017

Original post by hik11

nah not yet lol. congrats on ur score btw thats crazy. I was aiming for 2900 myself i just fumbled VR and DM a bit which stopped me

Thanks for replying, and thanks! I ended up doing crazy well on AR which was previously one of my worst. Also - I put my stats in the ‘which med school’ mega thread and got some good responses so you could try that?

Reply 5

IronManTheGreat

I am in the same situation ☹️ 2990 and band3. Please do let me know if you find further information on shortlisting Unis

Reply 6

hik11

Original post by mmt_1017

bro my 2 best sections were VR and DM (dont ask me why) and i ended up fumbling those 2 but getting much higher than expected on the other 2. Guess i just got lucky with questions lol. Also yeah I think imma do that. I know its not about the uni and more about the degree but im worried medicine might get too much for me and should I want to switch I dont wanna do another course at some dead uni lmfao

Reply 7

hik11

Original post by IronManTheGreat

I am in the same situation ☹️ 2990 and band3. Please do let me know if you find further information on shortlisting Unis

i heard from someone literally today that UCL arent looking at SJT so good news??

Reply 8

IronManTheGreat

Original post by hik11

i heard from someone literally today that UCL arent looking at SJT so good news??

Any references in their website please? They mentioned they will look at overall UCAT score but I am not sure if that involves SJT or not (https://www.ucl.ac.uk/medical-school/study/undergraduate/mbbs-admissions/entry-requirements)

Reply 9

zainab824

Original post by hik11

Hi,
Basically not sure whether I should apply to UCL for medicine. I know I have a decent chance at QMUL however UCL would be my first choice so I wanna know if thats out the window for me.

Hi! If UCL is your first choice for medicine, it's definitely worth applying, especially if you have a strong academic profile. UCL can be competitive, but if your grades, personal statement, and UKCAT/BMAT scores are solid, you’ve got a chance. Applying to QMUL as a backup is a great idea since it increases your chances, but don't count yourself out for UCL just yet. Always aim high!
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