Cardiff University: UCAT and entry requirements
UCAT use, interviews and entry requirements for Cardiff University.
| UCAS code | A100 [2][1] |
|---|---|
| How UCAT is used | UCAT decile points are combined with GCSE points. There is no minimum UCAT threshold, but a cut-off may be applied to shortlist further. [1] |
| Interview | MMI. No offer is made without an interview. [1] |
| Other selection requirements | AAA at A level, including Biology or Chemistry and a second science. [1] |
| UCAS code | A101 [2][3] |
|---|---|
| How UCAT is used | UCAT is required and may be used to decide who is interviewed. No minimum threshold is stated. [3] |
| Other selection requirements | Only applicants on Cardiff's recognised feeder streams can apply. [3] |
| UCAS code | A200 [2][4] |
|---|---|
| How UCAT is used | Qualifications are typically scored and UCAT may also be used. Applicants must sit UCAT before submitting their application. [4] |
| Interview | MMI. No offer is made without an interview. [4] |
| Other selection requirements | AAA at A level, including Biology and Chemistry. [4] |
What this means for your UCAT prep
For medicine, your academic results and UCAT decile both contribute to shortlisting. [1] Dentistry also requires UCAT and an MMI, so leave time for both. [4]
Practice is free. Monthly is £15 a month after 7 days free, or the Season Pass is £79 once, until the UCAT 2027 testing window closes. Both incl. VAT, with a 14 day full refund on the Pass.
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