What A-level or IB grades and UCAT do I need to apply for medicine at Oxford as an international student?
03 Nov 2026 · Answered by Prakhar Pragy Dixit · 1 min read
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Yes, the UCAT is needed. Oxford medicine typically asks for A*AA at A-level with Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics, or 39 IB points with 7, 6, 6 at Higher Level. Check the official Oxford page for the latest requirements.
Yes, you have to sit the UCAT for Oxford medicine. Typical academic requirements are A*AA at A-level or 39 points in the IB, and you also need to prove your English level if English is not your first language.
Typical Entry Requirements
| Requirement | What Oxford typically asks |
|---|---|
| A-level | A*AA with Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics |
| IB | 39 points with 7, 6, 6 at Higher Level |
| UCAT | Required before you apply |
| English | Proof of your English level if English is not your first language |
Application Steps and Timing
- Check that you meet the requirements and take the UCAT first.
- Send your UCAS application with the course code A100.
- The UCAS deadline for the October 2027 start was 15 October 2026 (6 PM BST), so that window has now closed; plan early for the next cycle.
- Shortlisted applicants typically get an online interview in December, and decisions usually come in mid-January.
- Offers are usually conditional.
My Advice
Start planning at least a year ahead, because the form opens in May and the UCAT has to be taken before the deadline. Confirm every grade requirement and date on the official Oxford and UCAS pages, as these can change.
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