UCAS Guide

Complete guide to UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) for UK medical schools accepting GAMSAT

What is UCAS?

UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) is the central application system for undergraduate and graduate-entry programs at UK universities. Most UK medical schools accepting GAMSAT require applications through UCAS.

UCAS allows you to apply to up to 5 courses through a single application, making it easier to apply to multiple medical schools simultaneously.

Participating Universities

The following UK medical schools accept GAMSAT applications through UCAS:

UniversityUCAS Code
Keele UniversityA100
University of PlymouthA100 or A206
University of ExeterA100
University of LiverpoolA100 or A101
St George's University of LondonA101
University of SurreyA101
Brunel University of LondonA100
Pears Cumbria School of MedicineA102
Swansea UniversityA101
The Universities of St Andrews, DundeeA101
University of SunderlandA100
Ulster UniversityA101
University of WorcesterA101
University of ChesterA101
University of NottinghamA101
Cardiff UniversityA100 or A101

Application Process

Step 1: Sit GAMSAT

Before applying through UCAS, you must sit the GAMSAT exam. GAMSAT is offered twice a year in March and September.

GAMSAT results are valid for 2 consecutive years in the UK. For applications in 2026 for programs commencing in 2027, you can use GAMSAT results from: March 2025, September 2025, March 2026, and September 2026.

Step 2: Register with UCAS

Create an account on the UCAS website (www.ucas.com) and obtain your UCAS Personal ID number (UCAS PID).

Step 3: Indicate UK Application in GAMSAT Registration

You must indicate on your GAMSAT registration that you are an applicant to a UK program. This must be completed by midnight GMT 31 October 2026.

You must also provide your UCAS Personal ID number and indicate which institutions/courses you are applying to. This information can be updated until 31 October 2026.

Important: If you do not indicate you are a UK applicant or provide your UCAS PID by 31 October 2026, your GAMSAT results may not be forwarded to UCAS and the universities.

Step 4: Submit UCAS Application

Complete and submit your UCAS application by 15 October 2026. This deadline is earlier than the standard UCAS deadline for most other courses.

You can apply to up to 5 courses through UCAS. Make sure to use the correct UCAS course codes for each medical school.

Step 5: Interviews

Interviews are typically conducted between December and April. Each university will contact you directly if you are selected for interview.

Step 6: Offers

Offers are typically made between March and June for programs commencing in August/September.

Admission Criteria

Selection for graduate-entry medicine programs through UCAS is typically based on three criteria:

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    Upper Second Class Honours Degree (2:1)

    Most universities require at least an upper second class honours degree (2:1) in any discipline. Some universities may accept lower second class honours (2:2) with additional qualifications.

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    GAMSAT Score

    Your GAMSAT score is a key component of the selection process. Each university may have different score requirements.

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    Interview

    Most universities require an interview as part of the selection process. Interview formats vary by university.

Note: Selection is based on these three criteria, though schools may apply additional criteria. International students should check individual university websites for eligibility requirements.

Important Dates (2026 Application Cycle)

1

Sit GAMSAT

March or September 2025, or March/September 2026

2

UCAS Application Deadline

15 October 2026

3

GAMSAT UK Application Indication Deadline

31 October 2026 (midnight GMT)

4

Interviews

December 2026 - April 2027

5

Offers Released

March - June 2027

Resources

Official UCAS Website

https://www.ucas.com

Visit the official UCAS website to create an account, submit your application, and track your application status.

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