Scottish Medical Schools

Scotland has five medical schools that require or accept the UCAT: Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Dundee, and St Andrews. Scottish medical schools have distinct characteristics that set them apart from their English and Welsh counterparts, including different academic entry requirements, different fee structures, and unique application nuances. This lesson covers the strategic considerations for applying to Scottish medical schools.

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How Scottish Medical Schools Differ

Academic Requirements

Scottish students typically enter university with Highers and Advanced Highers rather than A-Levels. Most Scottish medical schools set requirements in both systems:

University	Typical Higher Requirement	Typical A-Level Requirement
Glasgow	AAAAB at Higher	AAA at A-Level
Edinburgh	AAAAB at Higher	A*AA at A-Level
Aberdeen	AABB at Higher (with Advanced Highers)	AAA at A-Level
Dundee	AAABB at Higher	AAA at A-Level
St Andrews	AAAB at Higher	A*AA at A-Level

Note: Advanced Highers are considered equivalent to A-Levels. Some Scottish universities require a combination of Highers and Advanced Highers.

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