The University of Liverpool runs a four-year accelerated Graduate Entry Medicine programme (A101, GEP). Its first year covers what is typically covered in the first two years of the standard five-year A100 programme, before graduate students join the main cohort.
Entry centres on a strong degree, the UCAT (with Liverpool’s hard rule that an SJT Band 4 means automatic rejection), and Liverpool’s MMI. Liverpool also uses a distinctive Non-Academic Information Questionnaire (NAQ) as part of its wider medicine selection.
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Liverpool Graduate Entry Medicine: Liverpool GEM Entry Requirements – Liverpool Graduate Entry Medicine at a Glance (2027 Entry)
| Course | MBChB Graduate Entry Medicine (A101, GEP), 4 years accelerated |
| Structure | Year 1 covers Years 1–2 of the standard A100, then join the main cohort |
| Who it’s for | Graduates (science/health-related degree — confirm current subject rules) |
| First degree | A strong degree at 2:1+ (confirm subject requirements on Liverpool’s page) |
| Admissions test | UCAT — an SJT Band 4 means automatic rejection |
| Selection extras | Non-Academic Information Questionnaire (NAQ) used in Liverpool medicine selection |
| Liverpool Medicine Interview | Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) |
| Start | September 2027 (for 2027 entry) |
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Liverpool’s GEP is a genuine accelerated route: Year 1 compresses the first two years of the standard course before graduate students merge with the main cohort. Entry is on your degree and UCAT, with an MMI deciding offers.
Liverpool applies a firm rule across its medicine programmes: an SJT Band 4 results in automatic rejection, so prepare the SJT alongside the cognitive UCAT. Applicants to A100 and A101 aren’t usually assessed on the personal statement for shortlisting.
Liverpool’s wider medicine selection uses a Non-Academic Information Questionnaire (NAQ) — confirm exactly how it applies to the GEP for your cycle on Liverpool’s page.
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Liverpool’s GEP is degree-led:
- A strong degree (2:1+) is the core requirement
- Confirm the exact degree-subject rules (science/health-related) on Liverpool’s page
- A-levels are not the primary route for the GEP
The degree is the primary academic requirement, with GCSE minimums:
- Liverpool expects at least 5 GCSEs at grade 6, including core sciences and English/Maths
- The degree and UCAT are the decisive academic elements
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| Route / requirement | Detail |
| Degree class | 2:1+ (confirm subject requirements on Liverpool’s page) |
| GCSEs | At least 5 at grade 6, including core sciences and English/Maths |
| Admissions test | UCAT — SJT Band 4 excluded |
| Selection extra | Non-Academic Information Questionnaire (NAQ) |
| Structure | Year 1 covers Years 1–2 of the A100 |
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Liverpool’s GEP uses the UCAT, with a hard SJT rule.
- UCAT required for the GEP
- An SJT Band 4 means automatic rejection — prepare the SJT alongside the cognitive UCAT
- Applicants to A100/A101 aren’t usually assessed on the personal statement for shortlisting
- Confirm the current UCAT expectations on Liverpool’s page
| Element | Detail |
| Test | UCAT |
| SJT | Band 4 = automatic rejection |
| Liverpool Medicine Interview | MMI |
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Liverpool values reflective healthcare experience and insight.
- Relevant healthcare or caring experience strengthens your application
- Reflection on core values, communication and local healthcare insight matters
- The NAQ captures your non-academic profile — complete it thoughtfully
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Liverpool uses a Multiple Mini Interview.
- MMI circuit of short, independently scored stations
- Focus on reflection, core values, communication and local healthcare insight
- No offer without interview
- Original qualification certificates are typically required at interview
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| Metric | Detail |
| Structure | Accelerated — Year 1 = Years 1–2 of A100 |
| SJT | Band 4 excluded |
| Selection extra | NAQ |
| Liverpool Medicine Interview | MMI |
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Confirm Liverpool’s GEP international policy on its page.
- Confirm the current international-applicant policy for the GEP with Liverpool
- Overseas equivalent of the required degree and GCSEs
- English-language proficiency required — confirm Liverpool’s requirement
- International places (if any) are limited
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What are the entry requirements for Liverpool Graduate Entry Medicine (A101)?
A strong degree (2:1+), at least 5 GCSEs at grade 6 including core sciences and English/Maths, the UCAT (an SJT Band 4 means automatic rejection), and a Multiple Mini Interview. Liverpool also uses a Non-Academic Information Questionnaire (NAQ). Confirm subject rules on Liverpool’s page.
Does Liverpool GEP have an SJT cut-off?
Yes — an SJT Band 4 means automatic rejection at Liverpool, so prepare the SJT alongside the cognitive UCAT.
How is Liverpool’s GEP structured?
It’s a four-year accelerated programme where the first year covers what is typically covered in the first two years of the standard five-year A100, before graduate students join the main cohort.
Does Liverpool assess the personal statement for the GEP?
Applicants to A100 and A101 aren’t usually assessed on the personal statement for shortlisting — selection is UCAT- and academics-led, with the NAQ capturing non-academic information.
Does Liverpool GEP use the UCAT or GAMSAT?
The UCAT — with the important rule that an SJT Band 4 leads to automatic rejection.
What is the Liverpool GEP interview format?
A Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) focused on reflection, core values, communication and local healthcare insight. Original qualification certificates are typically required at interview.
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