Admissions

What are the entry requirements for the Graduate Entry Programme?  Can I apply?

The entry requirements for the Graduate Entry Medicine Programme can be found here and if you meet these criteria you can apply.

Do you accept international students?

At present this programme is not open to international applications. However, we may open this programme to international applications in the future. Once this is confirmed, we will announce it on this website.

Do you accept EU students?

We accept students from all EU countries. EU students are counted as home students for fees purposes.

Do you accept Dentistry and Nursing qualifications?

Yes. Nursing qualifications must have an honours component and be a class 2:1 degree. Completed dentistry qualifications are considered to be the equivalent of a 2:1 and a higher degree to reflect the years of study.

Can I send any supporting documentation with my application?

We ask that you do not send any further information to us, other than what is on your UCAS form. It will not be looked at and will not affect your application.

Who should I ask to provide me a reference?

It is vital that you provide an academic reference from your previous degree on your UCAS form. Failure to provide an academic reference may result in the delay or rejection of your application. If you feel that you will be unable to provide a suitable academic reference, please contact an admissions tutor for advice as soon as possible and preferably before your application is submitted.

How many places are available?

We have 70 places available each year. 

How many applications do you receive and how many prospective students do you interview?

We typically receive around 10 applications per place available each year and interview in the region of 220 candidates for the 70 places.

Do you look at my ‘A’ Level results?

We do not look at the results, except to see if you have experience in biology or chemistry if you do not have a science based degree.

Do you accept deferred entry?

We are unable to accept deferred entry for the Graduate Entry Medicine Programme, due to the limited number of places available.

I was unsuccessful in gaining a place this year, can I get feedback from my interview?

Unfortunately due to the number of applicants, we are unable to give individual feedback, however we will endeavour to offer you general feedback on the application process.

If I reapply to Swansea, will this affect my application?

If you are unsuccessful and decide to reapply to Swansea, this will not affect your application in any way. Each application is assessed on merit without reference to any previous application.

When do you make decisions and when are the interviews?

Candidates shortlisted for interview will be informed during early January and interviews will take place in early February.

What do you look for when you are making your selection for interview?

Applicants meeting the minimum academic requirements are assessed on the basis of the information provided in their personal statement and referee's report on the UCAS form. Assessors look for evidence of medical motivation and understanding of medicine as a career, a caring approach, personal achievements and wider interests when selecting for interview.

What work experience do you look for?

We advise all applicants to seek relevant work experience in a health related environment. This could be as an auxiliary nurse, a volunteer in a care home or shadowing a clinician. There are no prescriptive guidelines on the sort of work experience you should seek, however anything you undertake should contribute to your overall understanding of all aspects of medicine as a career.

I am still studying for my first degree, can I apply?

Yes. Selection for interview will be based on your predicted results, which must be confirmed on your UCAS form by an academic referee, and if you are successful we will make you a conditional offer, dependent on you achieving an upper second or first class honours degree.

I hold a degree or other qualifications from another country, can I apply?

Provided you are considered a “home” student (UK or EU citizen) and your degree can be proved to be equivalent to an upper second or first class honours degree then you are eligible to apply.

I have a higher degree - will this be taken into account?

We will take into account any study you have undertaken at a higher level (MSc/PhD), although initial scoring will be based on your most recent undergraduate degree and subsequent studies will only be supplementary.

I have a 2:2 or lower, can I apply?

Holding a lower second class or lower class degree does not prevent you from applying, but it is highly unlikely that you would be selected for interview due to the intense competition. Our minimum entry requirement is an upper second class degree.

I have a 2:2 but I have a higher degree; am I eligible to apply?

Holding a lower second class degree along with a higher degree would not improve your chances of being selected for interview, as our minimum entry requirement is an upper second class degree.

I am a UK or EU citizen but I am living outside of the EU, can I apply?

Provided that you fulfil the requirements as a “home” student, then you can apply. If you have any concerns over this, please contact your local education authority or embassy for further information.

Do you accept undergraduate students?

This programme is for graduates only and, as such, we are unable to consider an application based on your A Level grades. We advise you to contact UCAS for a full list of institutions that run undergraduate medical programmes. 

Should you be unsuccessful in finding a place on a medicine programme this year, you may like to consider taking an alternative first degree and pursuing the graduate route into medicine. Please visit the Swansea University website for a list of undergraduate programmes.

Do you offer places through clearing or UCAS extra?

As we only have 70 places, we do not consider applications through clearing or UCAS extra. 

Can I read your admissions policy?

Yes, it is available to download here. 

 

GAMSAT

How do I prepare for the GAMSAT?

There are many preparation courses available for GAMSAT but none that are especially recommended by our university so feel free to search the internet. You may find other student opinions useful, which can be sought at www.medschoolguide.co.uk. Information booklets and previous papers are available from www.ucasbooks.co.uk.

How is the GAMSAT used and what result do you look for from the GAMSAT test?

We do not look for a specific mark from the GAMSAT when selecting for interview. During our selection process, we take all aspects into consideration, including academic achievements, information contained in the UCAS application form (i.e. personal statement and referee's comments), GAMSAT scores and interview scores. It is essential, however, that your GAMSAT score reflects your best effort, due to the intense competition for places on the Programme.

Can I use a score from GAMSAT Ireland?

We are happy to accept scores from GAMSAT Ireland, providing that you already have a valid test score by the time you apply (i.e. you must have sat the test before you apply). All applications received without confirmation of a test score will be withdrawn.

Can I get a refund of my GAMSAT fee if I am unsuccessful?

You will have already completed the GAMSAT test by the time you apply via UCAS, therefore a refund can not to given to unsuccessful candidates. The College of Medicine is not responsible for reimbursing any candidates that sit GAMSAT and are not offered a place.

For more information on the GAMSAT refund policy, please contact GAMSATUK.

 

While you're at Swansea University

Where will I live while I study?

Swansea University offers a conprehensive range of student accomodation.  More information can be found here. 

What if I have disabilities or learning difficulties?

We are an equal opportunities institution and will attempt to support you with any issues you may have. However, due to the professional nature of this programme, all successful candidates are subject to an Occupational Health Assessment and CRB check. Any issues arising from the health assessment may be referred to a Fitness to Practise Panel.

What are the term times for the course and how many teaching weeks are there?

The term dates for the 2011 - 2012 academic year can be found here. 

Will I be able to work to supplement my studies?

Some of our students find it possible to undertake some paid employment to help fund them while others find the programme too intensive to allow this. You must make a decision as to whether working would seriously affect your ability to study. If you do decide to work, no allowances can be made for any effects this may have on your academic performance.

Can I get a reading list or other preparatory material before I start?

We recommend that you check what we hold in the library when you arrive before you invest heavily in text books, to see which are easily available and which texts best suit your style of study. If you do want to do some reading before you arrive, we recommend 'The Human Body' by Faller & Schuenke, which offers an introduction to anatomy, physiology and histology. Please note, however, that you will need to study more advanced texts during the programme, but this text may remain a useful reference. More information is available on this text here. You could also read up on A-Level chemistry and biology, for general background information.

I have a concern about a Graduate Entry Medicine student - what should I do?

Patient safety is the priority of the College of Medicine. The College will take immediate steps to address any concerns raised about a student's conduct, where that conduct has the potential to harm patients. Wherever possible, concerns about the behaviour of a student should result in the completion of a Student Concern Form. For more information and guidance, please see the Student Concern Policy or collect a copy of the Student Concern Form from any of the College's clinical sites.

 

Find out more...

• Admissions Policy
• Student Concern Policy

 

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