What A-level or IB grades do I need to apply for medicine at Oxford?
07 Oct 2026 · Answered by Geetha Muthu · 1 min read
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For medicine, Oxford asks for A*AA at A-level, including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics. For the IB, it asks for 39 points including core, with 7, 6, 6 at Higher Level and Chemistry included. Meeting the minimum does not guarantee admission.
Oxford asks for A*AA at A-level or 39 IB points when you apply for medicine, and Chemistry is compulsory in both routes. Because the course is highly competitive, meeting these minimums does not guarantee a place.
Oxford Medicine Academic Requirements
| Qualification | Minimum requirement |
|---|---|
| A-levels | A*AA, including Chemistry and at least one of Biology, Physics, Mathematics or Further Mathematics |
| International Baccalaureate | 39 points including core, with 7, 6, 6 at Higher Level, including Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics |
| Advanced Highers | AA in Chemistry and one of Biology, Physics or Mathematics, along with AAAAA in Highers |
Other Requirements to Plan For
- Every applicant must take the University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT).
- If English is not your first language, you need an accepted test such as IELTS Academic or TOEFL iBT, at the minimum score Oxford specifies.
- Science qualifications with a practical component require you to pass that part.
- Oxford also accepts other equivalent qualifications, so check its official list before applying.
My Advice
Confirm your subject combination early, because Chemistry is non-negotiable. Plan your UCAT preparation alongside your school exams so neither suffers.
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