Entry requirements
Whether you’re a Home or International student, or whatever you path to higher education, you’ll find the entry requirements relevant for your application.
Top tip
Upon making your application, you are asked to upload relevant documents as evidence. We encourage you to group associated documents together to avoid delay. For example, include all of your A Level certificates within the same document.
A levels, GCSEs and alternative qualifications
A-levels
3 A-levels at AAA, achieved in one sitting over a study period of no longer than two years.
A-levels must include:
- Grade A in Biology or Chemistry,
- Grade A in a second science (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or Mathematics)
- Grade A can be in any subject apart from Critical Thinking and General Studies
Queen Mary does not consider any applications from students who are re-sitting their AS or A level year (or equivalent) - thereby taking 3 years to achieve the required grades - unless protected under the Equality and Diversity Act 2010. Applicants citing this provision must provide the school with evidence to ensure their application is suitable for consideration under this framework. Full details of how to apply for extenuating circumstances can be found here in the MBBS Malta section.
GCSEs
All eligible applicants must have Biology (or Human Biology), Chemistry, English Language, and Mathematics (or Additional Mathematics or Statistics) at GCSE level, at grades AAABBB (777666 for GSCEs taken from 2015) or above, in any order. The Science Double Award may substitute all sciences at GCSE.
GCSE grades are not required for applicants who are applying with a degree or are not undertaking A Level qualifications.
Alternative qualifications
International Baccalaureate
The full International Baccalaureate is acceptable as an entry qualification at 37 points overall, with 665 in Higher Level subjects.
Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject or Mathematics must be included. Biology and Chemistry must be taken as Standard Level if not taken at Higher Level.
If English is not offered as part of the diploma, you must have a GCSE or equivalent at grade B or above.
European Baccalaureate
The European Baccalaureate is acceptable as an entry qualification. Applicants must offer Chemistry and Biology. Minimum grades of 8.2 are required in each of these two options and a grade of 82 per cent is required overall. Good passes at GCSE at grade B or above or acceptable equivalent in Mathematics and English Language, if not offered as part of the Baccalaureate, are also required.
Foundation programme: NCUK
The International Foundation Programme from NCUK is accepted for entry to MBBS Malta. We require AAA in three major modules (IFYBI002 Biology, IFYCH002 Chemistry, IFYMS002 Mathematics (Science) or IFYAPH004 Physics), to be taken in one sitting. In addition, candidates must have an overall A in English for Academic purposes (FYEN001) with a minimum B in writing and D in all other components.
Foundation programme: UFP Medicine Pathway at David Game
A in Chemistry or Biology,
A in another Science or Maths (Chemistry, Biology, Physics, or Maths),
A in third module
Foundation programme: GEMS International Medical Foundation Programme (IMFP)
The GEMS International Medical Foundation Programme is accepted for entry to MBBS Malta.
Graduate applicants
You may apply in the final year of your degree and must be predicted/achieved at least an upper second class honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject. Degrees are divided into three categories:
- Bioscience degrees which DO contain sufficient biology and chemistry: no further A or AS level requirements
- Science degrees which lack biology or chemistry: candidates must have a minimum A or AS level grade C for biology and/or chemistry (depending on what is missing in your degree).
- Non-science degrees: Candidates must have a minimum B grade A or AS level in chemistry or biology, plus one other science also at grade B. Accepted science subjects are Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, and Psychology. You may apply with achieved or predicted grades.
To check whether your degree has additional A Level requirements, please use our Degree Title Checker.
Degrees must be completed in the natural length intended for the qualification (generally, 3 years for Bachelors, and 4 years for integrated Masters).
If you are unsure about the acceptability of your degree or what A/AS requirements you may need, please contact us and we will be happy to advise. We may request you provide us with evidence as to why you believe your degree should be exempted from the A or AS level requirement.
Graduates with a non-UK degree
To ensure eligibility, graduates who offer a degree with at least an upper second class honours or equivalent and who have graduated from a university outside the UK, must provide the Student Recruitment and Admissions Office (smd-mbbs-malta@qmul.ac.uk) with the following:
- A transcript of your degree (translated into English, if necessary) and evidence of High School qualifications (e.g. IB, etc.)
- Graduates from USA/Canada must offer an honours degree with a GPA of 3.6 or higher on a 4.0 scale.
Access HE
Not accepted
BTEC
Not accepted
Information for US and Canadian students
US and Canadian students can study on the five-year MBBS (Malta) Programme directly after high school without first undertaking a four-year college undergraduate degree. Students may apply to stay in Malta for their early postgraduate training at the end of the five-year MBBS (Malta) programme or apply for residency in their home country, without having to undertake a four-year postgraduate medicine qualification.
The Sponsor Note on our listing in the World Directory of Medical Schools (WDOMS) confirms that the MBBS degree, awarded by the Barts & The London School of Medicine in Malta, is acceptable to the Education Commission of Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). This means that current students and graduates of this medical school are eligible to apply for ECFMG certification. If the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Steps 1 and 2 CK and Step 2 CS requirements are satisfied, graduates may continue and take Step 3. This acceptability by ECFMG also allows our students and graduates to sit Part 1 of the Medical Council of Canada Qualifying Examination (MCCQE).
Our listing in WDOMS
International qualifications
Please review the below A-Z list to search for your country, and view the entry requirements.
A
| Afghanistan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Albania | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Algeria | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Anguilla | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Antigua and Barbuda | Six CAPE units with an overall grade of 1, including two double-unit courses with grade 2 which must include Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Armenia | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Aruba | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Australia | UAI/TER/ENTER/ATAR score of at least 95.00. In addition, Chemistry and Biology must have been studied within year 12. |
| Austria | Reifeprüfung / Matura pass with high distinction, and a minimum of four subjects with an overall average of 1.5 (a subject taken at both spoken and written level can only be counted once), including 1 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Azerbaijan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
B
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Bahamas | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Bangladesh | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Barbados | Six CAPE units with an overall grade of 1, including two double-unit courses with grade 2 which must include Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Belgium | Certificat d'Enseignement Secondaire Supérieur (French) with 8.5/10 overall, including 8.5/10 in Chemistry or Biology and another science subject; or Diplome van Secundair Onderwijs (Flemish) with 16.6/20 overall, including 78% in Chemistry or Biology and another science subject; or Abschlusszeugnis de Oberstufe des Sekundarunterrichts (German) with 78% overall, including 78% in Chemistry or Biology and another science subject. |
| Belize | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Bosnia and Herzegovina | Award of the Diploma o polozenom maturskom ispitu with 4.5 overall, including 5 in Chemistry or Biology and another science subject. |
| Bhutan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| British Virgin Islands | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Bulgaria | Диплома за Cредно Oбразование (Diploma za sredno obrazovanie / Diploma of Completed Secondary Education) with 5.6/6 overall, including 5.8 in Biology or Chemistry (not Bulgarian Language and Literature). |
C
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Cambodia | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Canada - Alberta | General High School Diploma with a minimum of 85% in five academic 30 or 31 grade 12 courses. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - British Columbia | British Columbia Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma with 85% in at least five acceptable grade 12 subjects. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - Manitoba | High School Graduation Diploma with five credits awarded at the 300 Level in at least four subject areas while achieving 85% in each. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - New Brunswick | High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum of 85% in at least five grade 12 university preparatory courses. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - Newfoundland and Labrador |
Graduate Certificate with minimum of 85% in at least five grade 12 university preparatory courses. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - North West Territories | High School Graduation Diploma with a minimum of 85% in at least five academic 30 or 31 grade 12 courses. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - Nova Scotia | High School Completion Certificate with minimum of 85% in at least five acceptable subjects in the Honours University Preparatory Courses (denoted by a 5) or in University Preparatory Courses (denoted by a 4). In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - Ontario | A minimum of 85% in six grade 12 courses, at least five of which must be University Preparatory Courses (denoted by 4U or 4M). The sixth course could be a University/College Preparation Course (denoted by 4U/C). NB: CU and DU courses are considered on a case-by-case basis with advice from your school and our international representative. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - Prince Edward Island | High School Graduate Diploma with a minimum of 90% in at least five acceptable subjects at grade 12. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - Quebec | Diplome D'Etudes Collegiales (DEC)/Diploma of Collegial Studies (DCS) with a minimum of 85%. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - Saskatchewan | Complete Division IV Standing with a minimum of 85% in at least five acceptable subjects at level 30. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Canada - Yukon Territory | Senior Secondary Graduation Diploma with a minimum of 5As (AAAAA) or 85% in acceptable grade 12 courses. In addition, Year 12 must include Chemistry and one other science (Biology, Maths or Physics). The average will be calculated by looking at academic subjects. Chemistry must be studied in Year 11 with a minimum score of 85%. |
| Cayman Islands | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Croatia | Svjedodžba o Maturi (Matura Certificate) with 5/5 overall, including 5 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. Three compulsory subjects (Croatian, Mathematics and a Foreign language), which can be taken at an Advanced (A) or Basic (B) level, and one or more optional subjects (no more than six). |
| Cuba | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Cyprus (Greek Cyprus) | Cypriot Public Apolytirio Lykeiou with Pancyprian examinations: Achieving a minimum average score of 19/20 overall, including 19/20 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. Cypriot Public Apolytirio Lykeiou with A-Levels or AP: Achieving a minimum average score of 17.5/20 overall in the Apolytirio Lykeiou. Plus, either AA in two A-Levels or 5,5 in two Advanced Placements in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Cyprus (Turkish Cyprus) | Turkish Cypriot System State/Private: 9.2/10 in the Lise plus AA at A-level in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Czech Republic |
Vysvědčení o maturitní zkoušce (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with at least 1.5 average and 1, 1, 1, 2 from best four subjects: Czech, one foreign language, Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject. Fifth subject is optional. |
D-F
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Denmark | Bevis for Studentereksamen (Secondary Education Graduation Certificate) (Hojere Forberedelseseksamen (HF), Hojere Handelseksamen (HHX) or Hojere Teknisk Eksamen (HTX) may also be accepted) at 9.1 overall, including 10, 10, 10 in three Level A subjects including Chemistry or Biology, and a second science subject. |
| Dominica | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Dominican Republic | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Estonia | Gümnaasiumi lõputunnistus with the Riigieksamitunnistus (Secondary School Leaving Certificate with the State Examination Certificate) with 5/5 overall, including 89% in at least three National State Examination subjects. Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject must be taken. |
| Finland | Ylioppilastutkinto / Studentexamen (Matriculation Examination) with 6, 6, 6, 5 in your best subjects, including 6 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| France | Diplôme du Baccalauréat Général or the Option Internationale du Baccalaurét (IOB) with 14/20 overall, and 14/20 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. Only speciality subjects studied over Year 12 and Year 13 will be accepted. |
G-H
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Georgia | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Germany | Zeugnis der Allgemeinen Hochschulreife / Abitur with 1.6 overall, including 13 in two higher level (LK) subjects - Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Greece | Apolytirion of Geniko Lykeio (Previously Apolytirion of Eniaio Lykeio) plus Pan Hellenic Examinations: Achieving a minimum average score of 18.5/20 overall, including 18/20 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. Apolytirion of Geniko Lykeio (Previously Apolytirion of Eniaio Lykeio) plus A-Levels: Achieving a minimum average score of 17.5/20 overall in the Apolytirion of Geniko Lykeio, plus AA in two A-Levels or 5,5 in 2 Advanced Placements in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Grenada | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Guyana | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Haiti | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Hong Kong | Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education (HKDSE) with Grade 4 in English Language and Mathematics, Grade 3 in Chinese Language, 'Attained' in Citizenship and Social Development, and Grade 5 in 3 elective subjects (Grade 5 is needed in Chemistry and Biology); or Grade 5 and 4 from English Language and Mathematics (any order), Grade 3 in Chinese Language, 'Attained' in Citizenship and Social Development, and Grade 5 in 2 elective subjects (Grade 5 is needed in Chemistry and Biology). |
| Hungary | Érettségi Bizonyítvány (Secondary Education Graduation Certificate) with 5 overall, including one Advanced Level in Biology or Chemistry at grade 5. |
I-J
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Iceland | Stúdentspróf (from Gymnasium) (Matriculation Certificate) with 7.8/10 overall, including a 7.8/10 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| India | Central Boards (CBSE, ISC) and West Bengal Board 85% Standard XII, including 85% in Biology and Chemistry, and Standard X 80% in Biology, Chemistry, English, and Maths; or State board qualifications other than West Bengal 80% Standard XII, including 85% in Biology and Chemistry, and Standard X 80% in Biology, Chemistry, English, and Maths. |
| Iran | Pass the Konkur with 18/20 and 85% from the High School Diploma, including 17/20 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Ireland | Irish Leaving Certificate with H1, H1, H2, H2, H2 at Higher Level including A1 or H1 in Chemistry and Biology. |
| Israel | Bagrut with 85% or 8.5/10 overall, with at least two subjects at unit level 5. Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject must be taken. |
| Italy | Diploma di Esame di Stato/Diploma di Maturità (Classica/Scientifica/Linguistica) with 90% overall, including 9 in Biology and Chemistry in the final year of study, or 19 in the written assessment. |
| Jamaica | Six CAPE units with an overall grade of 1, including two double-unit courses with grade 2 which must include Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Jordan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
K-L
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Kazakhstan | NIS (Nazarbayev Intellectual Schools) Grade 12 Certificate with AAA. Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject must be taken. |
| Kenya | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Kuwait | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Kyrgyzstan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Laos | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Latvia | Atestāts par vispārējo vidējo izglītību (Certificate of General Secondary Education) with 90% in four State subject exams, including Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Lithuania | Brandos Atestatas (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with 90% in three State Matura subjects, plus 9/10 as an average in the School Matura exams. Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject must be taken. |
| Luxembourg | Diplôme de Fin d'Études Secondaires (secondary education completion diploma) with 50/60 overall, including 50 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject |
M-N
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Malaysia | Malaysian Matriculation Certificate (Matrikulasi) with 3.6 overall including 4 in Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject; or Sigjil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysian (STPM) and Matriculation Examination with AAA, including Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject; or UEC (unified Examination Certificate) achieved with 80% overall and A2 in all subjects. Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject must be taken. |
| Malta | Advanced Matriculation AA in the two subjects taken at Advanced level, and AAA in three Intermediate subjects. Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject must be taken at Advanced Level. |
| Martinique | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Mauritius | Cambridge Overseas Higher School Certificate with AAA, including Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject |
| Moldova | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Mongolia | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Myanmar (Burma) | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Nepal | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Netherlands | Voorbereidend Wetenschappelijk Onderwijs (VWO) (Gymnasium A/B and Atheneum A/B) diploma with 7.5 overall, including 8/10 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject |
| New Zealand | Completion of NCEA Level 3 with University Entrance (UE) with a rank score of 275 from a minimum of 80 credits overall and to include at 3 subjects of at least 14 credits, which must include Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Nigeria | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| North Macedonia | Matura with 5.0 overall and no less than 4 to be achieved in subjects taken. 5 is required in Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject. |
| Norway | Vitnemål fra den Videregående Skole (Leaving Certificate from Upper Secondary School) with overall average grade of 5. For subjects with external examinations, we will use the average grade of your final assessment and external examination when calculating the overall average. |
P-R
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Pakistan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Poland | Matura/Swiadectwo Dojrzalosci with 80% in three subjects taken at Extended Level including Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject. |
| Portugal | Diploma Nível Secundário de Educação / Certificado Nível Secundário de Educação with 18/20 overall, including 18/20 in Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject. |
| Puerto Rico | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Qatar | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Romania | Diplomă de Bacalaureat (Baccalaureate Diploma) with 9/10 overall, including 9/10 in two written subject examinations - must include Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject |
| Russia | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
S
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Saint Kitts and Nevis | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Saint Lucia | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Saint Vincent and the Grenadines | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| San Marino | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Saudi Arabia | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Scotland | Scottish Highers are not accepted alone. Applicants must offer three Scottish Highers at grades AAB, including Biology and Chemistry and grades at AA in Advanced Highers in two of the subjects offered at Scottish Highers, including Chemistry and/or Biology. |
| Serbia | Diploma o Zavrsenoj Srednjoj Skoli (Diploma of Complete Secondary Education or Secondary School Leaving Certificate) with 4.5/5 overall, including 5 in Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject. |
| Singapore | NUS High School Certificate with a GPA of 5.0 in addition to at least three Advanced Placement examinations at grades 5,5,4, including 5 in Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject or GCE A Levels with three H2 subjects with grades AAA. Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject must be taken. |
| Slovakia | Vysvedčenie o maturitnej skúške (Secondary School Leaving Certificate) including 3 subjects at 1, with no subject lower than 2, and 1 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject |
| Slovenia | Maturitetno spričevalo (Matura Certificate) 25 points overall with grade 7 in Biology or Chemistry and another science subject and no subject lower than 3 |
| South Africa | National Senior Certificate (Higher Level subjects) with 77766 including 7 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject |
| Spain | Título de Bachiller/Bachillerato with 8/10 overall including 8 in Biology or Chemistry, and a second science subject. |
| Sri Lanka | Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education (Advanced Level) with AAA which must include Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Suriname | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Sweden | Avgångsbetyg / Slutbetyg från Gymnasieskola (Upper secondary school leaving certificate), with Grade A in 1700 credits with no subjects below C, including at lease 200 credits at Grade A in Chemistry or Biology and a second science subject. |
| Switzerland | Maturity Certificate (upper secondary school leaving certificate) 5.0 overall, and 5.0 in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
T
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Tajikistan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Tanzania | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Thailand | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Trinidad and Tobago | Six CAPE units with an overall grade of 1, including two double-unit courses with grade 2 which must include Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Turkey | Lise Bitirme Diplomasi with 80% overall plus either AA at A-Level or 5,5 at AP including Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject; or Lise Bitirme Diplomasi from a listed school with 85% overall including 85% in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Turkmenistan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Turks and Caicos Islands | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
U-Z
| Country | Qualification |
|---|---|
| Ukraine | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| United Arab Emirates | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| United States Virgin Islands | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| USA | A GPA of 3.3 or higher in the High School Diploma, including a minimum grade B in English Language, and 3 or 4 AP examinations with grades of 5, 5, 5 or higher. Two of these subjects must be Biology and Chemistry. |
| Uzebekistan | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Vietnam | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Wales | Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate, plus AA at A-Level in Biology or Chemistry and a second science subject. |
| Zambia | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
| Zimbabwe | Standard global entry requirements; we do not accept national qualifications. |
UCAT
About UCAT
The University Clinical Aptitude Test (UCAT) is an admissions test, used by a consortium of UK Universities and non-UK associate member universities to help select applicants for their medical and dental degree programmes.
It is used in collaboration with other admissions processes, such as academic qualifications.
It is also your opportunity to stand out from other applicants and demonstrate your aptitude for a demanding programme of study.
The UCAT is a computer-based test delivered in Pearson VUE test centres throughout the UK and worldwide. More information on the UCAT and how to register can be found here.
How we use the UCAT
- Your application will not be considered further than the first shortlisting if you obtained a total UCAT score below the third decile. Please note there is no guarantee that you will be offered an interview if you score above the third decile. SJT Band 4 will not be considered.
- It is not possible to predict what the thresholds will be in any individual year, nor to use data from previous years to predict subsequent years’ thresholds.
UCAT exemptions/waiver
UCAT exemptions/waivers are not granted under any circumstances. If you are unable to take the UCAT for any reason, our advice will be to reapply for the following application cycle.
The UCAT ANZ is accepted by students applying from Australia or New Zealand.
Age
All students for the MBBS Malta programme must be at least 18 years old at the start of the course.
Applicants who are within weeks of being 18 at the start of the course must contact us to discuss this.
Applications are encouraged from mature students. There is no upper age limit, provided academic entry requirements are satisfied.
English Language Requirements
The language of instruction of the MBBS Malta programme is English. You will need to provide evidence of your English language ability as part of our application assessment process, namely:
GCSE English Language or
An IELTS score of 7.0 overall, taken within two years.
We also accept alternative English language qualifications for proof of English language, for further information, please see our accepted English Language qualifications.
If you intend to use an IELTS score as proof of your English language requirement and have not yet sat your IELTS exam, you must send your proof of booking to our admissions team within a month of submitting your application.
The Admissions Policy for the Malta MBBS programme can be found in the Policies and procedures section.
