Moderate Threshold Universities

This lesson covers universities where a UCAT cognitive score of approximately 2000–2200 is typically competitive. These schools represent the middle ground — strong candidates with good (but not exceptional) UCAT scores can secure interview invitations here, especially when supported by strong academics and a compelling application.

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Overview of Moderate Threshold Schools

University	Typical Threshold Range	SJT Requirement	Interview Format
University of Birmingham	~2050–2200	Band 4 rejected	MMI
University of Leeds	~2000–2180	Band 4 rejected	MMI
University of Southampton	~2000–2200	Band 4 rejected	Panel/MMI
University of Sheffield	~2020–2180	Band 4 rejected	MMI
University of Bristol	~2050–2220	Band 4 rejected	MMI
University of Nottingham	~2000–2150	Band 4 rejected	MMI

Note: Bristol sometimes edges into the high-threshold category depending on the cycle. The ranges overlap — use these as guidelines, not guarantees.

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University of Birmingham

How Birmingham Uses UCAT