The University of East Anglia (UEA), through Norwich Medical School, runs a four-year Graduate Entry Medicine MBBS (A104) open to graduates of any discipline. It’s primarily a GAMSAT programme, with a UCAT route for recent biomedical graduates.
Entry centres on a 2:1 degree in any subject (a 2:2 is not accepted, even with a postgraduate qualification), the GAMSAT (or UCAT for recent biomedical-related graduates), and BBB at A-level. UEA notably has no admissions-test cut-off score — a high score helps, but a low one doesn’t disqualify you.
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UEA Graduate Entry Medicine: UEA GEM Entry Requirements – UEA Graduate Entry Medicine at a Glance (2027 Entry)
| Course | MBBS Graduate Entry Medicine (A104), 4 years (Norwich Medical School) |
| Who it’s for | Graduates of ANY discipline (no restriction on eligible subjects) |
| First degree | Predicted or achieved 2:1+ in any subject — a 2:2 or below is NOT accepted, even with a postgraduate qualification |
| Stage of study | Final-year students or completed graduates (no mid-degree transfers) |
| A-levels | BBB/ABC at A-level in the first sitting |
| GCSEs (graduate) | Six GCSEs at grade 6/B, including English, Maths and two sciences |
| Admissions test | GAMSAT (primary); UCAT accepted for recent Biomedical-related graduates (degree within 5 years) |
| Cut-off | NO cut-off score — a high score is advantageous; a low score doesn’t disqualify |
| International | Accepted; IELTS 7.5 (min 7.0 each) |
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UEA’s A104 requires a 2:1 or above in any subject — and it’s firm that a 2:2 or below is not accepted, even with subsequent postgraduate qualifications. Graduates must be in their final year or have completed their degree; mid-degree transfers aren’t accepted.
UEA is primarily a GAMSAT school, but accepts the UCAT for recent Biomedical-related graduates (Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology — degree awarded within 5 years of course start).
A distinctive feature: UEA has no admissions-test cut-off score. A high GAMSAT (or UCAT) is advantageous, and the overall score is used to rank for interview and combined with the interview score to make offers — but a low score alone doesn’t disqualify you.
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UEA requires A-levels alongside the degree for the A104:
- BBB/ABC at A-level in the first sitting
- Your 2:1+ degree in any subject is the primary academic qualification
- A 2:2 or below is not accepted, even with a Master’s or PhD
Graduate GCSE requirements at UEA:
- Six GCSEs at grade 6/B or above
- Including English Language, Mathematics and two sciences (or Combined Science)
- GCSE resits accepted; if Methods and Applications of Mathematics are taken, both are required
UEA Graduate Entry Medicine: UEA GEM Entry Requirements – UEA GEM entry routes at a glance
| Route / requirement | Detail |
| Degree (essential) | 2:1+ in any subject (2:2 or below NOT accepted, even with a postgraduate qualification) |
| Stage of study | Final year or completed — no mid-degree transfers |
| A-levels | BBB/ABC at first sitting |
| GCSEs | Six at grade 6/B incl. English, Maths, two sciences |
| Admissions test | GAMSAT (primary); UCAT for recent biomedical graduates (within 5 years) |
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UEA Graduate Entry Medicine: UEA GEM Entry Requirements – UEA GEM Admissions Test (GAMSAT (or UCAT for recent biomedical graduates))
UEA is primarily GAMSAT, with a UCAT route for recent biomedical graduates — and no cut-off score.
- GAMSAT is the primary admissions test; UCAT accepted for recent Biomedical-related graduates (degree within 5 years)
- Accepted biomedical subjects for the UCAT route: Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Physiology, Biochemistry, Pharmacology
- NO cut-off score — a high score is advantageous; a low score doesn’t disqualify you
- GAMSAT: valid two years; UEA won’t accept March-sitting results after the October deadline
| Your background | Admissions test |
| Any discipline | GAMSAT |
| Recent biomedical-related degree (within 5 years) | UCAT (or GAMSAT) |
| Cut-off | None — score used to rank, not to disqualify |
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UEA Graduate Entry Medicine: UEA GEM Entry Requirements – UEA GEM Work Experience Requirements
UEA values reflection on the experiences that shaped your decision.
- Be ready to describe the two experiences that most informed your decision to study medicine
- Reflection on work experience matters more than the setting
- Explain any gap-year or post-study activity clearly
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UEA uses a Multiple Mini Interview.
- A UEA Multiple Mini Interview (MMI) built around exercises
- Your overall admissions-test score is combined with your interview score to make offers
- Assesses communication, teamwork, ethics, motivation and problem-solving
- UEA expects you to describe the experiences that most informed your decision to study medicine
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| Metric | Detail |
| School | Norwich Medical School |
| Degree | 2:1+ any subject (no 2:2) |
| Test | GAMSAT (or UCAT for recent biomedical grads) |
| Cut-off | None |
UEA Graduate Entry Medicine: UEA GEM Entry Requirements – UEA GEM Entry Requirements for International Students
UEA accepts international applicants to its A104.
- International graduates may apply
- Overseas equivalent of a UK 2:1 required
- IELTS 7.5 overall (minimum 7.0 in all components)
- Confirm international place numbers and fees on UEA’s page
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UEA Graduate Entry Medicine: UEA GEM Entry Requirements – Frequently Asked Questions — UEA Graduate Entry Medicine
What are the entry requirements for UEA Graduate Entry Medicine (A104)?
A 2:1 or above in any subject (a 2:2 or below is not accepted, even with a postgraduate qualification), BBB/ABC at A-level at first sitting, six GCSEs at grade 6/B (including English, Maths and two sciences), and the GAMSAT (or the UCAT for recent biomedical-related graduates). UEA has no admissions-test cut-off score.
Does UEA use the GAMSAT or UCAT?
Primarily the GAMSAT. UEA also accepts the UCAT for applicants with a recent Biomedical-related degree (Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Sciences, Physiology, Biochemistry or Pharmacology) awarded within 5 years of the course start.
Does UEA have a cut-off score?
No — UEA has no admissions-test cut-off. A high score is advantageous, and the overall score is used to rank for interview and combined with the interview score for offers, but a low score alone doesn’t disqualify you.
Can I apply to UEA GEM with a 2:2?
No — UEA does not accept a 2:2 or below, even with subsequent postgraduate qualifications. A predicted or achieved 2:1 or above in any subject is required.
Do I need a science degree for UEA GEM?
No — UEA accepts graduates of any discipline. A recent biomedical-related degree simply opens the UCAT route as an alternative to the GAMSAT.
Does UEA GEM accept international students?
Yes — international graduates may apply, with an overseas equivalent of a UK 2:1 and IELTS 7.5 (minimum 7.0 in all components).
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