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Your UCAT score is just one component of your medical school application. For most universities, it accounts for only a portion of the total selection score. This lesson covers how to maximise the non-UCAT elements of your application: academic performance, personal statement, work experience, and interview skills.
A successful medical school application typically requires strength across multiple areas:
| Component | Approximate Influence | When It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| UCAT Score | 20–50% of initial screening | Application screening stage |
| Academic Grades (GCSEs + A-Levels) | 20–40% of initial screening | Application screening stage |
| Personal Statement | 10–30% at some universities | Screening and/or interview selection |
| SJT Band | 5–15% (or pass/fail) | Screening stage |
| Interview Performance | 40–60% of final decision | Post-screening, pre-offer |
| Work Experience | Embedded in personal statement + interview | Throughout |
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