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UK Medicine · 2027 Entry
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) Medical School
2027 Entry Requirements & Interview Format
University of Central Lancashire School of Medicine in Preston asks 2027-entry medicine applicants for AAB at A-level. University of Central Lancashire holds multiple mini interviews (MMI): December 2026 - February 2027. Decisions for 2027 entry: March 2027 - April 2027.
- Location
- Preston, UK
- Established
- 2014
- Interviews (2027 entry)
- December 2026 - February 2027
- Decisions (2027 entry)
- March 2027 - April 2027
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What the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) medicine course is like
Spiral, 5 years, placements in Lancashire and Cumbria.
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About University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
Preston-based five-year MBBS with a notably international cohort and clinical placements across Lancashire and South Cumbria NHS sites.
What makes University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) different
One of the first UK universities to run a privately-funded medical school open to international students; substantial international cohort blended with a smaller home intake. Strong Lancashire regional placement network.
How the University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) interview runs
Format: Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI)
MMI of approximately 7-9 timed stations covering motivation, ethics, communication, role-play and data interpretation. Home and international applicants are interviewed on the same MMI structure.
Where University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) is
University of Central Lancashire School of Medicine was founded in 2014 and is based in Preston.
Programmes offered:
- Medicine
- Community Medicine
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) at a glance
| A-level offer | AAB |
|---|---|
| Interview format | Multiple mini interviews (MMI) |
| Decisions (2027 entry) | March 2027 - April 2027 |
| A-Level requirements | AAB at A-level including Biology and Chemistry (home applicants) |
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UCAT Selection at University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
UCLan publishes limited shortlisting detail. Threshold varies year-on-year; check the official course page closer to your application year.
| Specialities offered | Medicine, Community Medicine |
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How University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) interviews applicants
| Format | Multiple Mini Interviews (MMI) |
|---|---|
| Interview window (2027 entry) | December 2026 - February 2027 |
| Decision date (2027 entry) | March 2027 - April 2027 |
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University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) — frequently asked questions
Home applicants: UCAT used for home applicant shortlisting; no published cut-off. International applicants: Cognitive subtests considered alongside academic and personal-statement assessment. UCLan publishes limited shortlisting detail. Threshold varies year-on-year; check the official course page closer to your application year.
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