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Medicine at St Mary's University, Twickenham (MBBS)

MMI interviewUCAT requiredUpdated 13 June 2026

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At a glance

Degree awarded: MBBS (UCAS code A100)
Course length: 5 years
Interview format: MMI
UCAT required: Yes
Foundation year: No
International fee: £48,000 per year (2026 entry)

Overview of St Mary's University Twickenham Medical School

St Mary's University, Twickenham has opened a new School of Medicine in south west London, with its inaugural cohort starting in September 2026. The five year MBBS (UCAS code A100) is taught from a purpose-built medical school, and the curriculum combines lectures, anatomy demonstrations, workshops, reflective case-based tutorials and simulation, with community and clinical placements beginning in the first year.

Eligibility note: for 2026 entry this course is open to international (non-UK) applicants only. Home applications are not currently possible. Always confirm the latest eligibility and entry information on the official St Mary's website before applying.

Please note: for its current entry cohort, St Mary's University, Twickenham is only able to accept applications from international (non-UK) students. UK/Home applicants should check the latest position directly with the school.

What makes St Mary's Twickenham unique?

The medical school is delivered from a purpose-built building on the Twickenham campus, and the curriculum is aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Community placements feature from early in the course, and the programme actively welcomes applicants who have studied subjects outside the sciences.

St Mary's Twickenham entry requirements

A-Levels

AAA at A-Level, including Chemistry or Biology and a second science from Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths (equivalent to 144 UCAS points). Human Biology, Sports Science, Further Maths and Statistics are accepted only as a fourth A-Level. Applicants who study non-science subjects alongside the required sciences are welcomed.

GCSEs

A minimum of six GCSEs at grade 6 or above, including Maths, English Language, and Biology and Chemistry (or Dual Science). Shortlisting is scored across eight GCSEs, so applicants who only meet the minimum are unlikely to be shortlisted.

International Baccalaureate (IB)

36 points overall, with a grade 6 in three Higher Level subjects, one of which must be Chemistry or Biology. If English and Maths were not taken at GCSE, they must be offered at Standard Level with at least a grade 5.

Scottish Highers

AAAAB at Higher including Biology or Chemistry.

Scottish Advanced Highers

AAB at Advanced Higher, including grade A in Chemistry or Biology.

Graduates (degree requirements)

Graduates are accepted: a minimum 2:1 honours degree in any discipline awarded within the last three years, plus three A-levels at ABB including Chemistry or Biology and another science (one of Biology, Chemistry, Physics or Maths).

Resits

Applicants re-sitting exams are considered only in exceptional circumstances, supported by well-documented evidence of extenuating circumstances affecting the original examination period.

Minimum age requirements

Applicants may enrol at 17 but must turn 18 by 1 January following the September start, because clinical placements begin in the second semester.

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Admission tests at St Mary's Twickenham

UCAT at St Mary's University Twickenham

The UCAT is required and must be taken in the year of application; only the result from the first attempt is accepted, and alternative admissions tests are not accepted. The UCAT is used to shortlist applicants for interview.

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Work experience for St Mary's Twickenham

Work experience is not a formal requirement, but it can be discussed in the personal statement or at interview.

Personal statement at St Mary's Twickenham

The personal statement is not scored at shortlisting (which is based on academic achievement and UCAT). It is used by interviewers during the Multiple Mini Interviews, where applicants may be asked to discuss its content, including any work experience.

Note: from 2026 entry, UCAS replaced the single free-text personal statement with three structured questions — why you want to study the course, how your studies have prepared you, and what else you have done to prepare. Any guidance above still applies; it is simply spread across those questions. For worked examples and a review of your own statement, see our medicine personal statement examples and review service.

Does St Mary's Twickenham have a gateway or foundation year?

St Mary's Twickenham interview

Selection is by online Multiple Mini Interviews (MMIs).

Contact details for St Mary's Twickenham

Admissions enquiries: med.admissions@stmarys.ac.uk. For full details and to apply, see the official course page.

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FAQs

St Mary's Twickenham medicine FAQs

What are the A-Level requirements for Medicine at St Mary's Twickenham?

What are the GCSE requirements for Medicine at St Mary's Twickenham?

What is the UCAS course code for Medicine at St Mary's Twickenham?

The UCAS course code for the standard Medicine course at St Mary's Twickenham is A100, and the degree awarded is the MBBS.

The course is based in London, England and lasts 5 years.

Does St Mary's Twickenham require the UCAT for Medicine?

Yes, St Mary's Twickenham requires the UCAT for entry to Medicine.

What UCAT score do you need for Medicine at St Mary's Twickenham?

What type of interview does St Mary's Twickenham use for Medicine?

St Mary's Twickenham uses a multiple mini interview (MMI) format for Medicine interviews.

Does St Mary's Twickenham offer a foundation or gateway year for Medicine?

No, St Mary's Twickenham does not offer a foundation or gateway year for Medicine.

Is the personal statement assessed for Medicine at St Mary's Twickenham?

No, St Mary's Twickenham does not formally score the personal statement for Medicine applicants.

How much does Medicine at St Mary's Twickenham cost for international students?

International students pay £48,000 per year (2026 entry) for Medicine at St Mary's Twickenham.

Can UK students apply to St Mary's Twickenham for Medicine?

Not for 2026 entry. The MBBS at St Mary's is currently open to international (non-UK) applicants only, and home applications are not possible at present. Always check the official St Mary's website for the latest position.

Where is St Mary's Twickenham based?

St Mary's School of Medicine is based on the university's campus in Twickenham, south west London.

Is St Mary's Twickenham a new medical school?

Yes. St Mary's University, Twickenham opened its School of Medicine for its first cohort in September 2026, making it one of the newest medical schools in the UK.

What degree do you get from St Mary's Twickenham?

Graduates are awarded the MBBS (Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery). The standard entry course, UCAS code A100, lasts five years.

Do you need work experience for Medicine at St Mary's Twickenham?

Work experience is not a formal entry requirement at St Mary's, but it can strengthen your application and may be discussed in your personal statement or at interview.